Steven Kocheran Touchstone 3.1 Construct A Rogerian Argument

Touchstone 3.
1: Construct a Rogerian Argument 1
Touchstone 3.1: Construct a Rogerian Argument
Steven Kocheran
University of Phoenix/ Sophia.org
English II
9/16/2021
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Touchstone 3.1: Construct a Rogerian Argument 2
Mandatory School Uniforms. For and Against with A Compromise
For many schools, a dress code is needed to ensure compliance and the well-being of all
students while others believe it is best to allow the students to express themselves through
articles of clothing. It is important to note that both sides have positives and negatives, both sides
could argue that their system is best and contributes to higher success rates and/or a safer
environment for the children. How can we find the best of both worlds? Where a dress code is
enforced but it is not inhibiting expression and creative freedom in children thus, allowing them
to form individuality and find their “voice” so to speak.
In the article, “School Dress Codes and Uniform Policies” by Wendell Anderson (2002),
Anderson does an exceptional job of providing clear and concise accounts for both sides of the
argument. Anderson (2002) also gives examples and opinions from individuals such as
Principles, students, administrators, and judges. These direct quotes from individuals gives the
reader different outlooks and why one side may be better than the other. When Anderson (2002)
stated, “… it is essential to involve parents, teachers, community leaders, and students. (p.15)” it
gives the reader a concrete plan of action on how to move forward with a decision. To better
understand why some individuals would be in support of uniforms, Anderson (2002) states,
“Supporters of dress codes or uniform policies have compiled a long list…. Enhanced school
safety, Improved learning climate, Higher self-esteem for students, and Less stress on the family”
(p.7). These are all very supportive topics as to why enacting a dress code could lead to the
success for these examples. In summation, Anderson (2002) concludes that, “Many educators
and researchers point out that, though there may be a declines in school violence and
improvements in academic performance.” (p.12). This is a critical piece of information as it
states that there just is not enough concrete data to decide which “side of the fence” is better.
In the article “dressing Diversity: Politics Of Difference And The Case Of School
Uniforms by Samantha Deane (2015), she informs us of her opinion when she states, “School
uniform policies…create unjust expectations of neutrality on behalf of students…” (p.117). It is
important that students understand the differences of how people express themselves in order to
be better human beings when they reach adulthood. The ability of one to express themselves
freely is a luxury that not many people have, and we should support a person’s right to do so.
Her statement, “…Requires that we imbue children with the capacity to converse with and about
difference.” (p.120). This is key for the development of a child to understand that people are
different and how they can correctly converse with people who may not look the same and/or
have the same viewpoints.
In my opinion, a compromise should be met where students are allowed to express
themselves through the clothing they wear to a specific degree where it does not warrant
violence or distractions in the classroom. This would lead to a better understanding of the reality
of people and how very different they can be. In Anderson’s (2002) article, he states, “(…reduce
the emphasis on fashion wars and reinforce the acceptability of more practical, less costly school
clothing.” (p.9). Although this makes sense to a degree, we can not say that uniforms would lead
to “less fashion wars”. How will these children cope with living in the real world when people
act differently and where look different than them? Will they be able to discern between what
someone wears and their opinions on different subjects? Or will they have a predisposed
conclusion based upon the articles of clothing a person wears? Do we support living in a world
where each individual looks and acts the same? This starts to sound like George Orwell’s book,
“1984”, where everyone is the same and it is some dystopian nightmare. We need to teach the
younger generations that people are inherently different and to accept them for who they are.
References
Anderson, Wendell. (2002). School Dress Codes and Uniform Policies. Eugene: ERIC
publications
Deane, Samantha. (2015). Dressing Diversity: Politics Of Difference And The Case Of School
Uniforms. Chicago, Ohio Valley Philosophy Of Education Society
Reflection Questions:
1. How does the Rogerian model of argument help you better understand the topic
that’s being discussed? Why is it a good practice to acknowledge both sides of the
argument? (3-4 sentences)
The Rogerian model of argument helps me understand the topic that’s being discussed by
allowing me to look at both sides critically and make an informed decision based on the
information that is presented. It is incredibly important to make a decision that is based on
facts not emotion. The Rogerian model is great as it helps to expand one’s perspectives of the
topics given.
2. Will you use the Rogerian Approach in your own argumentative essay? Why or why
not? (2-3 sentences)
I will absolutely use the Rogerian model in my own essay. I believe this will allow me to
better elaborate my viewpoints and present facts more clearly. I think adapting this approach
to my essay will make it more engaging and have more “depth” that the reader will be able to
refer to and comprehend.
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Touchstone 3.1: Construct a Rogerian Argument

University of Phoenix/ Sophia.org

Mandatory School Uniforms. For and Against with A Compromise

to form individuality and find their “voice” so to speak.

improvements in academic performance.” (p.12). This is a critical piece of information as it

uniform policies…create unjust expectations of neutrality on behalf of students…” (p.117). It is

have the same viewpoints.

In my opinion, a compromise should be met where students are allowed to express

Uniforms. Chicago, Ohio Valley Philosophy Of Education Society

argument? (3-4 sentences)

information that is presented. It is incredibly important to make a decision that is based on

not? (2-3 sentences)

refer to and comprehend.

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