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Toulmin Model
The Toulmin method, developed by philosopher Stephen Toulmin, is essentially a structure for analyzing arguments.
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MLA Handbook, 9th Edition by The Modern Language Association of America
Call Number: Ref. LB2369 .M52 2021
ISBN: 9781603293518
Publication Date: 2021-04-06
* Print version available for use in the library