A POSITION PAPER

Identify whether the following is an issue or a topic:

1. Virtual reality and virtual communities

2. Virtual reality can substitute real world
3. Beauty standards as major factor for depression
4. People with HIV/AIDS
5. Humanitarian missions
6. Civil Rights: Shall they be expanded?
7. Abuse and neglect among children
8. Social isolation of people with HIV/AIDS
9. Bullying
10. Illegal drugs and its dangers

Values Communicated
1. Logical Thinking
2. Objective expression of ideas
3. Balanced assignments of conflicting opinions

Modes of Reasoning

a. Inductive
Reasoning derives a generalization from specific examples and situations. Through an
organized presentation of factual evidence and proofs, the reader is convinced of the soundness
of the arguments that lead to a well-rounded general conclusion.
b. Deductive
Reasoning proceeds from a general statement that leads to particular or specific
inferences.

Qualities of a Convincing Position Paper

a. Contains a clear proposition or statement that must be defended
b. Assess conflicting opinions or opposing views on the issue
c. Takes a firm stand on the issue
d. Lists arguments in an organized manner to defend the stand
e. Presents factual evidence or proof to support each statement