Hey Joe

1. Develop your argument- WHY is this should be done

2. PLANNING - START HERE!

2.1. What is your goal

2.2. Who is your audience

2.3. Brainstorm some possible arguments

2.4. Collect some evidence to back it up - research

2.5. what are some likely counter-arguments you might have to answer

2.6. Flag your 3 best arguments

3. WRITING

3.1. Introduction

3.1.1. See this video

3.1.2. Give the background to the issue

3.1.3. State your viewpoint

3.2. Body

3.2.1. Paragraph 1

3.2.1.1. state 1st argument in one sentence

3.2.1.2. give supporting facts - What makes this a good idea

3.2.2. Paragraph 2

3.2.2.1. State your second argument in one sentence

3.2.2.2. Develop - Why?

3.2.2.3. Support - Evidence

3.2.3. Paragraph 3

3.2.3.1. State your 3rd argument

3.2.3.2. Develop - Why?

3.2.3.3. Support - Evidence

3.3. Conclusion

3.3.1. Restate what you want

3.3.2. Summarize your main points

3.3.3. End on a High Note