Examine all aspects of the topic. Show your knowledge and grasp of the material you
have read.
a) Discuss the differing opinions of the topic as reflected in the research.
b) Discuss any issues or problems.
c) Did you have enough information?
d) Did the research raise issues you hadn’t considered?
e) Did the research contain confusing, incomplete or contradictory information?
f) Explain how your research influenced your thinking.
g) If your thinking has changed, what changed it?
h) If your thinking has not changed, how did what you learn to support your
original opinion?
i) If you’re not sure about your opinion, what information might you need to form
an opinion?
Conclusion (generally 1 paragraph)
a) The conclusion wraps up the essay and should not introduce new information