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Explanation
Issue analysis looks at an issue from two or more points of view, then develops
a reasoned response. Factual material is used in support of opinions.
Model for Analysis
What is the main issue?
Define
any specific vocabulary needed to understand this issue.
Identify all possible positions
on this issue. Which two are the key opposing sides?
Find all of the facts that
support one position.
Find
all of the facts that support the opposite position.
What beliefs/values are in
conflict in this issue?
Take
a position on the issue. Explain why you chose this position.
How
could you influence others to support your position? What steps did you use to
analyze this issue?
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