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1 Structuring and Analyzing Arguments: The Rogerian Model
AP English 11

2 Rogerian Model Developed by psychologist Carl Rogers (also in the ’50s) Emphasizes problem-solving and/or coming to a consensus Unlike in Classical argument, this is not an argument to win; instead, emphasizes a “win-win” solution benefiting both parties Useful in psychological and emotional arguments, where pathos and ethos dominate.

3 Benefits of Rogerian Argument
Allows the author to appear open-minded or even objective Appropriate in contexts where you need to convince a resistant opponent to at least respect your views

4 Rogerian Arguments:Structure
Introduction: statement of problem to be solved or question to be answered Summary of Opposing Views: described using a seemingly objective persona Statement of Understanding: concedes circumstances under which opposing views might be valid Statement of Your Position (Thesis, Assertion, Claim, etc.) Statement of Contexts: describes contexts in which your position applies/works well Statement of Benefits: appeals to self-interest of readers who may not yet agree with you; demonstrates how your position benefits them

5 Practice See if you can go through the Rogerian framework with the following issue: The cell phone policy in VBCPS


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