Assignment: Conflicting Viewpoints Essay When looking for information about a issue, how often do you try to resist biases toward your own point of view? This assignment asks you to engage in this aspect of critical thinking

you will write a paper to synthesize your ideas

Write at three to four (3-4) page paper in which you:

1. My topic school uniforms, my position is Pro

2. Identify (3) three premises (reasons) from the Procon.org website that support your position and explain why you selected these specific reasons.

My three premises or reasons

a) School uniforms make getting ready for school easier, which can improve punctuality

b) School uniforms keep students focused on their education, not their clothes

c)Students can express their individuality in school uniforms by introducing variations and adding accessories

3. Explain your answers to the questions about the three (3) premises opposing your position from the Procon.org website.

4. Examine at least two (2) types of biases that you likely experienced as you evaluated the premises for and against your position.

5. Discuss the effects of your own enculturation or group identification that may have influenced your biases.

6. Discuss whether your thinking about the topic has changed even if your position on the issue has stayed the same.

The paper should follow guidelines for clear and organized writing:

· Include an introductory paragraph and concluding paragraph.

· Address main ideas in body paragraphs with a topic sentence and supporting sentences.

· Adhere to standard rules of English grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and spe

· include at least 3-4 references