Structuring Your Argument
The main body of your report is where you lay out the evidence and reasoning that support your key judgments. A well-organized main body guides the reader through your analytical process, making your conclusions more persuasive and understandable.
Common Organizational Structures
- Chronological:Presents events in the order they occurred. Useful for narrative accounts.
- Thematic:Organizes information by topic or theme. Useful for complex subjects with multiple facets.
- Geographical:Arranges information by location. Useful for analysis of events in different areas.
- By Source:Groups information by the source it came from. Useful when comparing and contrasting different intelligence streams.
Conclusion
The best organizational structure will depend on the specific topic and the needs of your audience. The key is to choose a structure and apply it consistently, creating a logical flow that is easy for the reader to follow.
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