Essentials of Argument

Name: Essentials of Argument
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ISBN: 9780131777514

ISBN-10: 0131777513

ISBN-13: 9780131777514

Edition: 2006

Authors: Nancy V. Wood

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This efficient and easily-readable book presents thinking and writing about argumentative issues in a clear format, enabling them to participate productively in all forms of argument, including those they encounter in school, at home, and on the job. Readers learn to identify personal and social topics, to form opinions about these topics, to analyze their potential audience, and to give successful written, visual, or oral reports.Topics include understanding argument, conducting research, argument theory (claims and proofs) and writing and presenting arguments.An excellent reference for anyone needing to communicate more effectively, whether at home or on the job.

Book details

List price: $51.00
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 320
Size: 7.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.034
Language: English




Understanding Argument and Conducting Research



Recognizing Argument and Finding Issues



The Rhetorical Situation: Understanding Audience and Context



Learning More about Issues: Research, Reading, Thinking, Writing



Writing the Exploratory Paper



Using Argument Theory for Reading and Writing



The Toulmin Model of Argument: Understanding the Parts



The Types of Claims: Establishing Purpose and Organization



The Types of Proof: Supporting the Claim



Writing and Presenting Arguments



Writing the Researched Position Paper



Writing the Rogerian Argument Paper



Creating Visual and Oral Arguments Color Portfolio of Visual Arguments adn Questions for Discussion and Writing



How to Document Sources Using MLA and APA Styles



Summary Charts



One Hundred Topics That Generate Issues Credits Index