CRITICAL THINKING: Factors in Favor of and Against

Assignment 2: Factors In Favor of and Against

Finding “factors for” and “factors against” a position is a versatile tool for critical thinkers. In this assignment, you will practice this technique more formally by examining one of several contemporary issues.

Using your readings, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, research methods for creating arguments using factors for and factors against an issue.

 

THE TOPIC IS:

 

• Gun control: Increasing restrictions on the civilian possession of non-hunting guns.

For the selected topic, complete the following:

• Construct at least six reasons for and six reasons against the topic. Rank the reasons in terms of strength and effectiveness.
• Explain why you identified each argument as either strong or weak in each category.

Include the following two parts in your completed assignment:

Part 1: Compile a matrix (using the template below) that lists and ranks six arguments for and six arguments against the issue you have selected. Rank the reasons for each side of the issue from

strongest to weakest.

 

Part 2: After you have compiled your matrix, write a 500–700-word paper in Word format. This essay should explain and synthesize the information in your matrix. Defend why you have ranked each argument as either strong or weak. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.

Include both parts of your assignment in a single document, using the template found here.

 

YOU MUST USE THE ATTACHED TEMPLATE AND THE ESSAY MUST explain and defend the ranking of reasons, showing comprehension, analysis, and evaluation of subject matter.

 

 

 

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria	Maximum Points
Completed the matrix to help critically analyze the selected topic and built six arguments for and six arguments against the issue.	36
Provided an essay that explains and defends the ranking of reasons, showing comprehension, analysis, and evaluation of subject matter.	48
Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.	16
Total:	100