Unity, Organization, Transitions, and Conclusions

Persuasive writing is all about convincing your reader to accept your viewpoint and believe the argument you make on a given issue. Drafting a claim and providing evidence to support your claim is only half of the argument. Words and ideas must be clear and coherent for the reader to understand the point you are making. Effective organization and transitions help the flow of the argument and lead the reader from one point to another. Finally, the conclusion of your argument is more than just tying up loose ends. The closing paragraph is your last chance to make your point to your reader and call for action. In this topic, you had the chance to not only practice your persuasive writing skills in the form of a fully-developed essay, you also had the opportunity to collaborate and exchange feedback in order to improve your writing.