ABSTRACT
Many types of writing are structured as arguments, making one or more claims supported by evidence and reasoning. The previous part of the book showed how to use a tool derived from genre analysis, component analysis, to determine the argument structure of research articles. Having done so with one genre, it is easier to learn the expected structure of a second. Many academic and technical genres can be considered variations on the theme of research articles, some with fewer components, others with additional. Even job applications, recommendation letters, presentations, and formal email should be conceived as arguments, and therefore build on the skills learned in this book. In this chapter the importance of planning ahead in order to avoid later problems is emphasized, including practical suggestions on how to tackle the challenges of integrating the large number of articles that need to be cited and not forgetting details of the research conducted. The goal, audience, and criteria by which something will be judged should always be considered before beginning to write.
