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Essay Structure Question
In a philosophy paper, should the arguments go in order of strongest to weakest or weakest to strongest?
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Re: Essay Structure Question
Neither is an optimal way to organize your paper. Without actually reading the paper, the best I can say is to begin with the most common or broadest argument and proceed through the sub- and counter-arguments as you critique the original.
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Re: Essay Structure Question
I'll send it to you as soon as I can turn it into something worth reading - probably on Friday. Of course, that's when it's due [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]
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Re: Essay Structure Question
Clearly define the problem, present your solution or reconciliation with the problem, acknoledge objections to your own theory/solution, address these concerns.
Don't be afraid to use the first person. Don't worry about your writing sounding too dry (i.e. you don't need fancy introductions or transitions - just tell it like it is). Oh, and REALLY make sure you understand the arguments before writing. Check out Pryor on Phi Writing for a much more comprehensive explanation on what it takes to write a good philosophy paper. Good luck! |
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I'll send it to you as soon as I can turn it into something worth reading - probably on Friday. Of course, that's when it's due [/ QUOTE ] This is the paper on SK, right? Scott |
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Yes, comparing the concept of sickness in SK and FN.
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I have some time tonight, e-mail it to Since1978ataol.com and we can work on it over IM.
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I've got to stop working on it for now. I'd send you what I have but it's honestly not worth it -- still pretty unclear and fragmented. I'd rather wait till it's more complete.
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Re: Essay Structure Question
i assume you are making your own arguments, not rehashing what other's have said; in which case there should be no weak arguments. if you are doing a 'cut and paste' job, any decent professor will be turned off at the use of the weak arguments as a foil---therefore, simply identify the weak arguments for what they are and move on.........b
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