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Assignment -
INSTRUCTIONS: Write an argument for or against the following conclusion:
New Zealand should introduce a Universal Basic Income.
Follow these steps in preparing your assignment:
- Do some research on the topic and consider the points both for and against. Then decide which position you favour.
- Start collecting some evidence. Try to use a range of sources.
- Follow the steps in the Week 8 material (Building Arguments) to produce your argument. Aim to create strong inferences and use plausible premises.
This template consists of the following sections.
Section 1 -
A. Decide on the conclusion you will argue for. You may narrow or weaken the conclusion, if you think that makes for a stronger argument.
B. Identify and map your premises. Provide a list of your premises, put them into a logical structure, and provide a diagram. NOTE: the premises you provide must be in their final statement form, not a general brainstorm of ideas.
C. Consider counterarguments. Give the counterargument(s) you have thought of, and a brief rebuttal.
Section 2 -
- Write your argument in full.
- You should aim to write 250 words (+/- 10%)
- You should include all the premises and counterarguments you identified in Section 1. There should be no new information in this section.
You will be marked on:
Section 1 -
The conclusion you identify.
Your premises, logical structure, and diagram.
The counterarguments you provide and deal with.
Section 2 -
Consistency between Sections 1 and 2.
Clarity and coherence of your writing.
Overall persuasiveness of your argument.
Section 1 - Preparing and Refining Your Argument
A. Identify the conclusion you will argue for. You may narrow or weaken the conclusion if you wish.
B. Identify and map your premises. Give a list of your premises, put them into a logical structure, and provide a diagram.
List of Premises
Logical Structure (note you may need more or fewer rows of the table)
C. Consider counter-arguments
Section 2 - Write it up!
Write your argument in full below. You should aim to write 250 words, plus or minus 10%.
Reference List.