Hey pals, I have to write an argumentative essay soon. Does anyone have suggestions for great argumentative essay topics that would stand out to an admissions officer?
Sure, coming up with unique argumentative essay topics can definitely help you stand out in the admission process! While picking a topic, ensure it is something you feel strongly about and have enough material to argue on. Here are a few broad ideas to inspire you:
1. Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: There's much debate about automatic decision-making, privacy concerns, job replacement, etc. Take a stand and present your viewpoint.
2. Climate Change Policy: Discuss whether it is the responsibility of developed nations, who have contributed the most historically to carbon emissions, to shoulder a higher proportion of climate change mitigation costs.
3. The Shift from Physical to Digital Education: With the rise of online platforms and courses, argue for or against the effectiveness of these in comparison to traditional in-person learning methods.
4. Universal Healthcare: Make a case for or against the government providing free healthcare to all citizens.
5. Privacy versus State Security: Is it justifiable for government institutions to compromise individuals' privacy in the name of national security?
Remember, these topics can be quite sensitive, so make sure your viewpoint is well-researched and your argument is respectful of differing opinions. Also, you could look for connections with the field you wish to study in college to show coherence and consistency with your academic interest.
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