Outline Format: Argument Essays
ENGL 100
Topic: _”Parental Responsibility in Navigating Children’s Online Behavior: Addressing Blame on Social Networking Companies”
Introduction
Attention Getter_ Increased internet accessibility has raised concerns about children’s online safety and parental responsibility in navigating their online behaviour.
Background Information
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Thesis statement
(Your position on the issue)
While social networking companies play a role in shaping children’s online experiences, the primary responsibility for regulating children’s online behavior lies with parents.
Body
I. Topic sentence introducing your own position (Claim-Thesis)
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Stated Reasons (Because Statements)
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Supporting Evidence
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· Concluding statements
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II. Topic sentence introducing Opposing Positions (Claim-Thesis)
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Stated Reasons (Because Statements)
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Supporting Evidence
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III. Rebuttal: Topic sentence comparing your position with your opponents’ positions
A. Reasons why your position is stronger, more rational, than your opponents’ position, or reasons why you opponents’ position is weak:
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B. Concessions you might have to make where you agree with your opponents:
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Conclusion
Summary of Debate
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Memorable Statement _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________
I have recently received unfavorable feedback on the outline provided, prompting me to seek your assistance in refining this assignment. I kindly request that you ensure the utilization of a clear and concise writing style, avoiding overly complex vocabulary. Additionally, it is imperative to incorporate credible sources and prevent the repetition of claims. Please make sure that the introduction paragraph is well introduced and subsequent body paragraphs, ensuring a well-structured format with distinct sections for because statements, oppositions claims, and rebuttals. Also don’t repeat the same claims again and again.