EXPLORING THE GENRE: Argument
1. What kind sof characteristics can be found in contents and topic in this genre? (Hyukjoon)
- This genre, argumentative essay, is supposed to be controversial and debatable. Therfore, the topic has to be controverial enough to be debated and it also has to be specific so that there are two sides come up with clearly. But like any good conversation between people with differing opinions, it has to show mutual respect.
2. Where does this genre appear? (DJ)
It can be easily found in newspapers, magazines, trade publications, academic journals, books websites, television and radio programs, and many more. In order to find an exact match with the requirements of the class project, check academically oriented publications.
3. What should be included in this genre? (DJ)
Data, lots of data. It can be quantitative data (statistics, measurements, etc.), or it could be qualitative data (observations of behavior, interviews, etc.), or it can be a mix of both.
- This genre, argumentative essay, is supposed to be controversial and debatable. Therfore, the topic has to be controverial enough to be debated and it also has to be specific so that there are two sides come up with clearly. But like any good conversation between people with differing opinions, it has to show mutual respect.
2. Where does this genre appear? (DJ)
It can be easily found in newspapers, magazines, trade publications, academic journals, books websites, television and radio programs, and many more. In order to find an exact match with the requirements of the class project, check academically oriented publications.
3. What should be included in this genre? (DJ)
Data, lots of data. It can be quantitative data (statistics, measurements, etc.), or it could be qualitative data (observations of behavior, interviews, etc.), or it can be a mix of both.

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