COMPOSE AN ARGUMENTATIVE

ESSAY
Objectives

At the end of the module, you should be able to:

A. Define an argumentative essay
B. Distinguish the structure of an argumentative
Try to watch the video
Larsen, C. (2021). Elements of Argumentative Writing.
https://youtu.be/y0QPmNJdZoY?si=dYFVEWlNDAhzcl
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An argumentative essay is
a piece of writing that
takes a stance on an issue.
They combine persuasive
arguments with fact-based research,
and, when done well, can be
powerful tools for making someone
agree with your point of view
An argumentative essay is a piece of writing that takes a stance on an
issue. In a good argumentative essay, a writer attempts to persuade
readers to understand and support their point of view about a topic
by stating their reasoning and providing evidence to back it up. It is
one of the most popular types of essays you’ll write in school.
They combine persuasive arguments with fact-based research, and,
when done well, can be powerful tools for making someone agree
with your point of view
Generally, argumentative essay topics are related to science,
technology, politics, and health care.
How To Outline an Argumentative Essay in 4 Steps
How To Outline an Argumentative Essay in 4 Steps

● Introductory paragraph
● Thesis statement
● Body paragraphs
● Conclusion.
How To Outline an Argumentative Essay in 4 Steps

1. Introductory paragraph.
The first paragraph of your essay should outline the topic,
provide background information necessary to understand your
argument, outline the evidence you will present and states your
thesis.
2. The thesis statement.
This is part of your first paragraph. It is a concise, one-sentence
summary of your main point and claim.
3. Body paragraphs.
A typical argumentative essay comprises three or more
paragraphs that explain the reasons why you support your thesis.
● different idea or piece of evidence
● contain a topic sentence
● backup your claims with examples, research, statistics, studies,
and text citations.
● Address opposing points of view and disprove them
● explain why you disagree with them by presenting facts
4. Conclusion.
One paragraph that restates your thesis and summarizes all of
the arguments.
Rather than introducing new facts or more arguments, a good conclusion will
appeal to a reader’s emotions.
In some cases, writers will use a personal anecdote explaining how the topic
personally affects them.
How to Write a Thesis Statement in 3 Steps
1. Turn the topic into a question
and answer it.
Set up a big question in the title of
your essay or within the first few
sentences. Then, build up to
answering that question in your thesis
statement.
For example, in your title or introduction, you could pose the
question, “What is the best type of sandwich?” And then answer
with your thesis statement: “The best type of sandwich is peanut
butter and jelly.”
2. State an argument—and then refute it.
Introduce an idea that contrasts with your belief, and
immediately explain why you disagree with it.
For example: “While some people believe peanut
butter and jelly sandwiches are too simple, they’re
versatile sandwiches that you can easily turn into a
gourmet meal.”
3. Briefly outline your main points.
Introduce your main point and explain
how you’ll back it up.
For example: “You can turn a peanut butter and jelly sandwich
into a gourmet meal by using artisanal bread, toasting the bread,
and adding additional toppings.”
What do you
think is
happening?
To summarize:

• An argumentative essay presents a clear stance on an issue,

supported by evidence-based reasoning.

• Introduction( & Thesis), body paragraphs, and the

conclusion

• This essay style combines persuasive elements with factual

research on topics like science, technology, or politics.
ACTIVITY #1
The Good and
the Bad
ACTIVITY #1 - The Good and the Bad

Topic:
The Advantages and
Disadvantages of ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE
ACTIVITY #1 - The Good and the Bad
*You can work with a friend who will be your thinking buddy.

List 5 each of PROS (advantages) and CONS

(disadvantages) of the given topic. You may
discuss the PROS and CONS with your thinking
buddy.
ACTIVITY #1 - The Good and the Bad
*You can work with a friend who will be your thinking buddy.

½ crosswise
By pair
Example
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Elements of Argumentative Essays
A strong argument has five key parts.
Claim A statement of opinion. This is the topic of your argument.

Evidence Proof or facts that support your argument.

Counterargument An argument that your reader would make if they disagreed with your claim

Rebuttal Your response to the counter argument

Conclusion A strong restatement of the original claim.

 EXAMPLE
ISSUE: Should people be encouraged to travel by bicycle
rather than by car?

CLAIM ARGUMENT EVIDENCE

People should 1. The parts of a bicycle are much

Maintaining a cheaper than the parts of a car.
be encouraged 2. Fixing a car may require the
bicycle is less
services of a mechanic who would
to travel by charge an expensive amount for
expensive than a
labor. On the other hand, many
bicycle rather
car. bicycles can be fixed by the owners
themselves.
than by car. 3.Cars require expensive yearly
registration.
 EXAMPLE
ISSUE: Should people be encouraged to travel by bicycle
rather than by car?

COUNTERARGUMENT REBUTTAL CONCLUSION

So, we encourage
Some say that Traveling by people to travel by
riding a bicycle bicycle rather than by
bicycle would
would increase car to avoid traffic jams
travel time and actually mean during rush hours to
decrease keep and it does not
avoiding rush
make people from being
productivity.
hour Traffic jams. late to their
NOTE: Evidence can be FACTS, STATISTICS, and EXAMPLES appointments.
Activity 1. Read the essay below then identify the key parts of strong arguments used
in the essay. Use the table below to show your answer.
Claim We should play basketball instead of baseball today.

Evidence Basketball is better because we can play no matter

how many people show up.
Counter A lot of people like Jake and Penelope. think that
Argument baseball is more fun because they like hitting the ball
over the fence and stealing bases.
Rebuttal But the truth is that we always end up having more
fun when we play basketball because we don’t have
to wait for people to get the ball from the street.
Conclusion So Let’s meet at the basketball court at 4:00 p.m.
ACTIVITY #2
ACTIVITY
DIRECTIONS:

1. Look at your Pro & Con T-chart again.

2. Choose your stance
3. Choose three reasons from your chosen stance
(PRO/CON) list that support your thesis most
effectively and circle them.
4. Then finalized your thesis statement.
ACTIVITY #2

Same paper as per activity 1

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Elements of Argumentative Essays
 Elements of
Argumentative
Essays
Try to watch the video
Baxley, K. (2015). Counterclaims.
https://youtu.be/RmqETlEJLyk?si=NG6qiGfiBzHM2D2
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ACTIVITY #3
ACTIVITY
Now give attention to opposing points of view. In the box below, choose two
counterarguments from the opposing side list and write a refutation for each.
ACTIVITY #2

Same paper as per activity 1

and 2
PERFORMANCE
TASK #1
OUTPUT: Writing an Argumentative Essay
1. This is an individual work

2. You can use the outline you made with your partner.

3. Create an argumentative essay about your stance in the topic:

IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE HELPFUL FOR THE

STUDENTS?
4. SUBMISSION: JANUARY 17, 2025;
clean one whole paper, with title, introduction, body, and conclusion
OUTPUT: Writing an Argumentative Essay

:MA’AM INDIVIDUAL?
OUTPUT: Writing an Argumentative Essay

Yes, individual
OUTPUT: Writing an Argumentative Essay

:MA’AM ONE WHOLE?

OUTPUT: Writing an Argumentative Essay

Yes, one whole

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:MA’AM KAILAN
IPAPASA?
OUTPUT: Writing an Argumentative Essay

JANUARY 17, 2025

PO
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:MA’AM AI KO NA
LANG YAN?
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 QUESTIONS?
CLARIFICATIONS?
THANK YOU
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