Argumentative Essay Assignment -

Support or refute the above statement, making reference to existing and credible research on the topic to provide a strong basis for your argument position.

When answering this style of essay you are to consider the above topic statement from more than one point of view and provide supported, credibly referenced arguments for and against the main ideas and draw a conclusion.

Suggested (but not limited to) points to consider in your research and argument;

• Ethics and integrity - moral implications
• Trust and Credibility issues - breach of trust, reputation - fellow students, teachers, employees, employers, customers, community, family
• Academic issues - academic capability, idea development
• Societal issues - cultural issues, advancement / continuing development of knowledge

Your response should show evidence of having consulted a wide range of credible reference sources (minimum of six) including textbooks, peer reviewed journals, business periodicals and reputable websites to assist you in your discussion.

This assessment task is to be presented in a correctly structured.