position paper

• The structure of a position paper

  • introduction and thesis
  • strong arguments and evidence in support of your thesis
  • opposing and qualifying ideas
  • a compelling conclusion
• what is a position paper that has brief items called? position piece
• A position paper is an essay that presents an arguable opinion about an issue — typically that of the author or some specified entity
• the 5 parts of position paper:

  • introduce your topic with some basic background information...
  • introduce possible objections to your position...
  • support and acknowledge the opposing points...
  • explain that your position is still the best one, despite the strength of the counter-arguments...
  • summarize ur argument and restate your position
• how to end a position paper:

  • restate your topic and why it is important
  • restate ur thesis/claim
  • address opposing viewpoints and explain why readers should align with your position
  • call for action or overview future research possibilities