Research-Supported Argumentative Synthesis (5 pages) + Outline : Can video games increase creativity?

Geisse Spring 2018

Argument Synthesis Outline Template

Paragraph 1: Introduction

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Paragraph 6: _____Concession____________________

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Explain and Analyze Concession Points

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Rebuttal: Refute or Concede

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Paragraph 7: Conclusion

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