Claims of-policy

claims of policy

1. CLAIMS OF POLICY

2. DEFINITION A claim of policy is an essay consisting of an argument that certain conditions should exist. These essays advocate adoption of policies or courses of action because problems have arisen that call for a solution. 

3. CHARACTERISTICS Typically provide a solution Often procedural Usually involves sub-claims of fact and values Involves convincing the audience that a problem exists considering opposing arguments providing specific data that shows the benefits of the claim “ought”, “should” and “must” is implied in the claim

4. PROOF REQUIRES: Making proposed action clear Needs justification Plan must be workable Consider opposition

5. STEPS IN DEFENDING A CLAIM Make factual claim Refer to values that support the claim Introduce policy to show why the solution can solve the problem

6. EXAMPLES The death penalty should be abolished because it does nothing to prevent murder. Legislation should be passed to stop the sale of cigarettes. The age at which people can get a driver’s license must be raised to 18.

7. Submitted by: GRACE C. ARAJA STEM 11 - 23