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Basic AICE Essay Outline: DiscursiveParagraph 1: Introduction. Should:Introduce topicProvide contextDefine scope/ interpret key termsSet the tone (objective)Include thesis (last sentence- road map to your essay)Paragraph 2: Body paragraph 1. Should include:Topic sentence. Lets your reader know what this paragraph will be about. Each sentence in this paragraph should relate to this Pro point 1. The first pro point of your investigationReasons some support this pointExample/Evidence illustrating those reasonsLink from claim to example3.) Paragraph 3: Body paragraph 2: Should include:Transition (seamless, or word/phrase)Topic sentence. Lets your reader know what this paragraph will be about. Each sentence in this paragraph should relate to this Pro point 2. The second pro point of your investigationReasons some support your claimExample/Evidence illustrating those reasonsLink from claim to example4.) Paragraph 4: Body paragraph 3: Should include:Transition (seamless, or word/phrase)Topic sentence. Lets your reader know what this paragraph will be about. Each sentence in this paragraph should relate to this Con point 1. The first con point of your investigationReasons some support your claimExample/Evidence illustrating those reasonsLink from claim to example5.) Paragraph 5: Body paragraph 4: Should include:Transition (seamless, or word/phrase)Topic sentence. Lets your reader know what this paragraph will be about. Each sentence in this paragraph should relate to this Con point 2. The second con point of your investigationReasons some support your claimExample/Evidence illustrating those reasonsLink from claim to example7.) Conclusion: Should:Signal the end of the essayRestate your thesisDraw conclusions about the issue based on the evidence you presented Offer fresh new ideas (NOT new points!), insights, or alternate ways of thinking as a result of the input you sharedMake a final judgementMight also:Consider implication and consequences of accepting or denying your positionOffer solutions and/or make value-based judgements when appropriate ................
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