Solved: Design Argument

1. Your paper must begin with an introduction paragraph, in which you clearly state:

(a) what you will be writing about (e.g., In this paper I will discuss such-and-such theory and its difficulties; or such-and-such argument supporting or challenging such-and-such theory, etc.) followed by

(b) a clear outline of how you will proceed discussing your topic, so that I will know the order in which you will present and discuss your material.

For example: “I will begin by outlining the theory T. Next I will discuss such-and-such advantages which T has over such-and-such other theories. Finally, I will present such-and-such arguments against T, and explain why these arguments seriously undermine the theory.”

2. After the introduction paragraph, you should proceed with presenting your material in the order promised in the introduction. Definitions of important theories and/or concepts should be stated clearly and early in the exposition, so that the reader will know right away the main ideas you will elaborate and evaluate later.

Use direct quotations very sparingly (only on the most important points). Instead, paraphrase the relevant definitions and examples in your own words.