Keeping it REAL: How to make a REAL argument

A few pointers/reminders of how to structure your argument to be convincing and credible...
Keeping it REAL: How to make a REAL argument
• Start with a Reason (for agreeing/disagreeing with the statement)
• Follow this with an Example that underlines the point.
• Provide Analysis which supports the point.
• And Link it back to the statement to keep it relevant.

An example of a REAL argument
(Reason) 'We are abolishing school uniform because we feel that it is unfair. (Example) Uniforms can cost anywhere between £50 and £100 per pupil. (Analysis)This is unfair because it forces poor families into buying expensive but shoddily made uniforms. Often parents will need to replace the uniform on a yearly basis due to general wear and tear or growth spurts, and this problem is worsened if the family has numerous children. (Link) - 'With this in mind, we think the fairest solution would be to abolish uniform.'

Use this to help you write you response to our question of the week;
Does technology make us lazy?