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Position Paper Writing Guide

A position paper assignment requires students to choose a side on a controversial topic and build a case to convince readers their position is best. Students collect research and craft an outline to construct a well-argued position. They select a topic supported by research that can withstand challenges, even if it does not reflect personal beliefs. The topic's importance is less than the ability to logically argue the case. Position papers are typically one page and include an introduction, breakdown of a country's position on committee topics, facts, and resolution proposals.

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Position Paper Writing Guide

A position paper assignment requires students to choose a side on a controversial topic and build a case to convince readers their position is best. Students collect research and craft an outline to construct a well-argued position. They select a topic supported by research that can withstand challenges, even if it does not reflect personal beliefs. The topic's importance is less than the ability to logically argue the case. Position papers are typically one page and include an introduction, breakdown of a country's position on committee topics, facts, and resolution proposals.

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In a position paper assignment, your charge is to choose a side on a particular

topic, sometimes controversial, and build up a case for your opinion or position.
You will use facts, opinion, statistics, and other forms of evidence to convince
your reader that your position is the best one. To do this, you'll collect research
for your position paper and craft an outline in order to create a well-constructed
argument.

Select a Topic for Your Paper


Your position paper centers around a topic that is supported by research. Your
topic and position have to hold up when challenged, so it's helpful to research a
few topics and pick the one you can best argue, even if it may not reflect your
personal beliefs. In many cases, the subject matter and your topic are not as
important as your ability to make a strong case. Your topic can be simple or
complex, but your argument must be sound and logical.

Position papers are usually one page in length. It should include a brief introduction followed
by a comprehensive breakdown of the country's position on the topic(s) that are being
discussed by each of the committees. A good position paper will not only provide facts but
also make proposals for resolutions

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