Build Your Argument
1st Edition
Published on 7. October 2020
124 pages
978-1-5297-5214-4 (ISBN)
Description
Trying to make sense of making an argument? This straightforward book breaks down how to build a convincing argument for any type of assessment.
Find out what an academic argument is - and what it is not
Develop a toolkit for structuring an argument effectively
Learn how to use evidence and counterarguments to back up your position.
Super Quick Skills provides the essential building blocks you need to succeed at university - fast. Packed with practical, positive advice on core academic and life skills, you'll discover focused tips and strategies to use straight away. Whether it's writing great essays, understanding referencing or managing your wellbeing, find out how to build good habits and progress your skills throughout your studies.
Learn core skills quickly
Apply them right away and see results
Succeed in your studies and in life
Super Quick Skills gives you the foundations you need to confidently navigate the ups and downs of university life.
Find out what an academic argument is - and what it is not
Develop a toolkit for structuring an argument effectively
Learn how to use evidence and counterarguments to back up your position.
Super Quick Skills provides the essential building blocks you need to succeed at university - fast. Packed with practical, positive advice on core academic and life skills, you'll discover focused tips and strategies to use straight away. Whether it's writing great essays, understanding referencing or managing your wellbeing, find out how to build good habits and progress your skills throughout your studies.
Learn core skills quickly
Apply them right away and see results
Succeed in your studies and in life
Super Quick Skills gives you the foundations you need to confidently navigate the ups and downs of university life.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Sage Publications Ltd (Digital)
Target group
College/higher education
ISBN-13
978-1-5297-5214-4 (9781529752144)
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Dave Rush
Build Your Argument
Book
10/2020
1st Edition
SAGE Publications Ltd
€27.90
Shipment within 15-20 days
Person
Dave Rush is Student Development Manager at Skills for Success at University of Essex, with a particular interest in teaching writing, critical thinking and reading skills
Content
1. What is an argument?
2. Where do I start?
3. How do I generate ideas?
4. What is MY argument?
5. How do I structure my argument?
6. How do I support my argument?
7. How do I deal with counter-arguments?
8. How do I write a good argument?
9. What makes a killer conclusion?
10. How do I do better next time?
2. Where do I start?
3. How do I generate ideas?
4. What is MY argument?
5. How do I structure my argument?
6. How do I support my argument?
7. How do I deal with counter-arguments?
8. How do I write a good argument?
9. What makes a killer conclusion?
10. How do I do better next time?
