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As if writing a research paper wasn’t hor-

ror enough, along came an argumenta-

tive research paper that requires a com-

pletely different kind of approach than

the usual research paper.

In an argumentative research paper, you

have to persuade your readers to a cer-

tain point of view. I can’t even convince

my parents of buying me a new car, and

these are people who have a vested in-

terest in me!

Who knew struggling for a good grade could be

this dreary, and confusing.

However, all is not lost. Writing an argumenta-

tive research paper can sometimes turn out to

be quite exciting, especially if the topic appeals

to you. If it does not, well then you really are in

a jam!

So for those of you, who really intend to write

the argumentative paper, read on and, I will

teach you the how-to- of the whole process.

Before you Write the Re-search Paper-Identify the Audience

Before you start the argumentative research pa-

per identify the audience. In most cases, this

would be your teacher or a professor. If you ac-

tually listened to the lectures in class, you may

know which side of the fence your teacher falls.

Take the easy way out, and go for that side.

Have a brain of your own that you want to put

to use? Well then choose the side you believe

in…it will be more convincing.

When you write, target your audience. That

will make it easy for you to identify the ap-

proach that has to be taken. This will also make

the arguments you choose, in favor or against

the topic, more persuasive.

To every argumentative research, there are five

essential elements. Use those elements and,

you will actually get through the class in one

piece.

Element One-Thesis

How can a body function without a spi-

nal cord…?

It can’t right? Well neither can you write

a research paper without a thesis. The

Thesis is the spinal cord of your paper. It

functions as the core of the argument,

and helps you go in the right direction,

without taking shortcuts, or straying

from the path.

The thesis is where you make a state-

ment and, then take a stance for or

against the topic. For the argumentative

research paper, the proposition put

forth, should be debatable. The more

controversial it is the better chance you

have of convincing your reader of your

intelligence.

So for a topic like Juvenile Delinquency

opt for a thesis statement that you can-

not only argue for, but argue against as

well. Now, since I am the one teaching

you how to write an argumentative pa-

per on juvenile delinquency, I get to

choose a stance. I am all for a tough ju-

venile delinquency policy so here is what

I could write as a thesis statement…

Sample Thesis Statement on Juve-

nile Delinquency

Juvenile delinquents must face a tough

criminal justice process in order to un-

derstand that their actions will not be

unaccountable merely on the basis of

their age. If juveniles are ready to com-

mit adult oriented crimes, then they

must be charged as adult criminals as

well.

Element Two-Introduction to

the Context

Once you have written the thesis start the intro-

duction. Here you must give the necessary back-

ground to highlight the significance of Juvenile

delinquency. You can begin by explaining what

juvenile delinquency is and perhaps give a few

examples. You can talk about the situation be-

fore the concept of delinquency, how it pro-

gressed during the 1800s, and a small overview

of the first juvenile court that was established in

Illinois in 1899. In order to support your thesis,

give a few examples of hard core juvenile crimes

that happen today, and then end with your the-

sis statement.

Element Three-Argumentative Analy-

sis in Support of the Thesis

Consider this part of your paper as a ‘grade-

earner’; here you will present your arguments on

the issue of juvenile delinquency. Focus on your

thesis. You have to show the root cause of increas-

ing juvenile delinquency as the fact that kids today

think they will be given a free ticket due to their

age. Examples, and case studies, with the relevant

referencing sources will make your analysis more

effective. Statistics will win you the argument.

Element Three-Present Counter

Arguments

Time now for you to walk in the

other person’s shoe and advo-

cate his stance on the subject.

The best arguments show both

sides of the topic, and then

prove why your opinion is the

only one that counts.

Perhaps reveal situations where alternate

measures could be taken rather than in-

dulging in juvenile crimes leading to pun-

ishments that can leave life-long imprints

on the person’s characters and thinking. It

will aid your paper if you could add some

case studies highlighting the unexpected

consequences. During this part you might

want to rethink your thesis or add some

qualifications to it, owing to the convinc-

ing counter arguments that surfaced dur-

ing your research.

Element Four-Refute your Thesis

In this section of the paper add responses

or in other words refutations to your thesis.

You will have to explain each and every

point presented in counter arguments and

prove them either true of false. Here an in-

terview with a Juvenile State Facility Officer

might come in handy or perhaps even a

few social campaigns carried out to address

this social issue.

My thesis stated that I wanted a tougher

stance on juvenile crime. Let’s say I present-

ed a case of a fifteen year old who raped a

ten year old. He could be given some jail

time, released due to his age, but then go on

to rape someone else. This supports my the-

sis.

However, if I gave an example of a boy who

hit someone with a rock on the playground

and, that boy lost his eye. That would refute

my thesis. Who would want to try the per-

petuator as an adult?

Element Five-Conclude with

effectiveness

So walk a thin line, on your side of the fence.

Accept that there are crimes that children

commit that should be treated as juvenile

crimes. However, make sure, after giving sta-

tistics that you get through the argument, that

if an adult crime is committed, the juvenile

must be charged as an adult.

When attempting to write an argumentative

research paper on juvenile delinquency, fol-

low the above mentioned outline and you will

surely craft out a credible paper in no time.

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