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The document defines a position paper and provides guidelines for writing one. It explains that a position paper expresses an arguable opinion on an issue and provides supporting arguments and evidence. It also outlines different types of position papers and sections to include, as well as tips for writing an effective position paper.

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Position Paper

The document defines a position paper and provides guidelines for writing one. It explains that a position paper expresses an arguable opinion on an issue and provides supporting arguments and evidence. It also outlines different types of position papers and sections to include, as well as tips for writing an effective position paper.

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Position Paper Guide: Presenting Your Perspective


(Writing the Position Paper)

OBJECTIVES:
1. Defines what a position paper is
2. Identifying situations for position paper writing
3. gathers manifestoes and analyzes the arguments used by the writer/s
4. writes various kinds of position papers

arguable
opinion about
an issuee

It gives
is an essay that arguments that
expresses a
position on an
Position support the
opinion of the
issue paper writer based on
the facts
collected

convince the
audience that
your opinion is
calid and worth
listening
GUIDELINES FOR WRITING THE POSITION PAPER
1. Values Communicated
a) Logical Thinking --- process of using a rational, systematic series of steps
based on sound mathematical procedures and given statements to arrive at a
conclusion
b) Objective expression of ideas --- expressing or dealing with facts or
conditions as perceive without distortion ,personal feeling, prejudices
interpretations
c) Balanced assignments of conflicting opinions --- use of
language, shifting from the opposing argument to supporting argument
and expressing both the arguments and the counter arguments

2. Modes of Reasoning
a) Inductive --- 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- founded general conclusion
Example:

b) Deductive --- proceeds from a general statement that leads to particular or


specific inferences
:

3. Qualities of a Convincing Position Paper


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

Tips for Writing a good Position Paper


 Use simple language
 Give each separate idea its own paragraph
 Make sure each paragraph starts with a topic sentence.
 Constantly proofread for mistakes
 Cite your sources

KINDS OF POSITION PAPER


1. Internal Position Papers
Are very valuable tools for individual preparation, as they force students to
think about the full complexity of the issues they are confronting from the
delegation’s perspective.
These types of position papers do not need to be more than one or two
pages in length and may be written either in paragraph form or with bullet
points for each unique idea/issue in the topic area.

Example: A company's internal position paper on the adoption of a new technology


within the organization. This document might outline the potential benefits, risks,
and implementation strategies for integrating the technology into the company's
operations. It could also include an analysis of the current market trends and how
the new technology might give the company a competitive edge.

2. Public Position Papers


Is intended as a public statement of the country’s positions on the topics
being discussed.
It should include brief statements about where the country stands on the
issue in question and on what the country has done to confront this issue.

Example: A public policy organization's position paper on environmental


conservation. This document might outline the organization's stance on specific
environmental issues, such as climate change, deforestation, or wildlife
preservation. It could include detailed recommendations for policymakers, along
with supporting evidence and data to advocate for the adoption of specific
environmental policies or initiatives.

Both types of position papers serve different purposes, with internal papers
focusing on internal alignment and decision-making, while public papers aim to
influence public discourse and policy-making.
PARTS OF A POSITION PAPER

1. INTRODUTION
2. BODY
3. CONCLUSION

INTRODUTION BODY CONCLUSION

• ✔ PROVIDES THE • ✔ general • ✔ summary of


BACKGROUND statement of the your key points
AND OVERVIEW position • ✔ restate your
OF THE TOPIC • ✔ Add evidence, arguments
• ✔ EXPLAINS WHY facts and • ✔ provide a paln
THE CHOSEN information to of recomendation
TOPIC IS intensify your and action
IMPORTANT point
• ✔ ASSERT YOUR
POSITION ON THE
ISSUE
Do's and Don'ts
When writing a position paper
• ☐ Be Clear and Explicit
• ☐ Write in the Present tense
• ☐ Avoid First person pronoun
• ☐ Avoid Superlatives

How to Start Crafting a Well- Constructed Argument


Choose the side on a particular controversial issue
Build up a case for your opinion or position
Use facts, opinion, statistics and other forms of evidences to convince your
reader that your position is the best one.

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