For this week’s discussion, we will focus on the different approaches to making an argument. In the following readings, each author shares his view on a controversial topic. Their method of persuasion is the focus of our discussion,
Read:
Our Blind Spot About Guns, Nicholas Kristof: p 162
Don’t Make English Official–Ban It Instead, Dennis Baron: p 949
For the Written Text answer the following questions:
How do the two essays differ?
Which one is more effective? and Why?
Does the source use evidence? and cite an effective passage from your preferred essay and describe why it works?
For your peer review, ask a question regarding your peer’s response
minimum of 250 words minimum
the post should include a word count.
Posts discussing written texts should include quotes with APA in-text citation and reference.
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