Writing: Advanced Argumentation C1 - Lesson 1: The Discursive Essay: Exploring a Topic in Depth

C1 Writing: Discursive

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The Prism

Exploring Nuance

TOPIC: A.I.

Economic

Social

Ethical

A Discursive Essay does not just argue Yes/No. It acts like a prism, shining a light on the topic to reveal the different beams (perspectives) that emerge.

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Perspective Lenses

Topic: Remote Work

Select a colored lens above to analyze the topic through that specific C1 perspective.

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Essay Architect

Construct an objective analysis of Global Tourism.

1. Introduction (Context) -- Choose -- Tourism is good and bad. The proliferation of global tourism presents a complex dichotomy.

2. Perspective A (Economic) -- Choose -- From an economic standpoint, it provides vital infrastructure investment. It makes a lot of money for countries.

3. Perspective B (Environmental) -- Choose -- But planes are bad for the air. Conversely, the carbon footprint of aviation cannot be overlooked.

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Mission

Explore Deeply

Topic: Genetic Engineering

Task: Write 3 sentences in your notebook, each starting with a different C1 perspective marker:

• 🧪 "From a medical standpoint,..." (Curing diseases).
• ⚖️ "Ethically speaking,..." (Playing God/Designer babies).
• 🌍 "In terms of societal equality,..." (Rich vs. Poor access).