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Writing a
Position
Paper
 ○ I can define a position paper.
Learning
Targets: ○ I can use reasonable arguments and
factual evidences to defend a stand.

○ I can write an effective position paper.

1. Choose a topic
 2. Begin the
writing process by
conducting an in-
depth research on
the issue.
 3. Make sure to
define unfamiliar
terms when you
first mention them.
4. Reflect on
your own
position and
identify its
weaknesses.
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5. Cite valid and reliable
sources to establish the
credibility of your arguments.
6. Summarize your
evidences and data to
refute other side’s
counterarguments. Limit
your position paper to two
pages.
 7. View the issue in a different
perspective and check your
argument for fallacies and eliminate
them.
 8. Use An ethical appeal
relates to your
ethical, credibility and
logical, and competence as a writer.
emotional A logical appeal refers to
a rational approach in
appeal. developing an argument.

An emotional appeal
uses arguments in a
way that evokes
feelings.