Connie Lenart
Chap 13

When writing argumentation verses persuasion, persuasion shows emotion, passion, and is one-sided, the subject is first-person. Argumentation is balanced, debate format, reasonable, objective, counterclaims, third-person. There are three parts to an argument give reasons, you must have a counter argument. See another persons views don't make it personal. Present your argument, have a counter argument, and re-buttle. Ask questions and give reasons. Persuade your opinion give your side of the argument without winning. You need specific reasons, give details, state your opinion, give examples.  Give two or three reasons this will strengthen your argument. This will make your writing more persuasive  for your audience by giving reasons and examples. You want to persuade your reader into agreeing with you. Have a clear position don't sit on the fence choose one side or the other. In your introduction make it interesting or controversial. Thesis, state your position claim topic and your opinion on it. The body is for reasons and details. Give three good reasons and additional details. Then you need a counter argument- opposing view; reader will recognize both sides. State why your opinion is so strong sound persuasive. Use simple factual statements, recognize your audience, agree, focus, and then take action. Keep your tone upbeat and positive bring them to your side, convince them your side is correct. Use examples, facts, statistics, and experts for evidence.