Presentation:
An opinion piece is a formal piece of writing where you clearly state your opinion on a topic and present and explore various viewpoints supported by research, reasons and/or examples. The essay may be written in the ‘first person’.
Your opinion piece must be presented as an academic opinion essay and include an introduction/discussion/conclusion. The body should have structured paragraphs that are neither too short nor too long. Paragraphs contain several sentences related to a specific aspect of the topic under discussion. Be careful not to break up your paragraphs.
- Do not include headings, numbered or bulleted text in your essay.
- Do not use footnotes.
All referencing, including in-text, must comply with APA 7th Edition referencing requirements. Include a reference list at the end of the essay.
The essay should focus on the Australian context with comparisons made to international best practice.