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- 9th - 12th
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Students select several pieces of evidence from a text to support an argument for an essay. They practice the strategy in small groups, and then individually. Full Review »
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- 7th - Higher Ed
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Students examine the art of argumentation while studying the definition of the terms controversial, pro, and con. They determine how to see both sides of a controversial issue. They participate in an oral argument based on a participation guide they receive in advancement. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students brainstorm persuasive ideas and organize them into a cohesive argument. They present the argument to the class and define vocabulary associated with persuasion. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students examine and compare the language, truthfulness, and completeness of a variety of arguments on one issue. They read arguments for and against the New York state law banning hand-held cell-phone use by driver and research, outline, and evaluate the arguments for and against the law. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students explore how arguments are constructed in order to make them effective. They identify the features of a balanced written argument and students construct an effective argument. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students write a persuasive paragraph with supporting details. They review a variety of forms of persuasive writing and their use of supporting details to strengthen the argument. Using a graphic organizer, students organize their thoughts and write a draft of their persuasive essay. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students create good arguments by exploring the basic structure of an arguments. They determine premises and conclusions for analyzing the effectiveness of arguments. In addition, they explore the differences between arguments and explanations. Full Review »
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- 9th - Higher Ed
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Students study ten fallacies that represent the most common mistakes in reasoning. In groups, students evaluate given arguments and identify the fallacy and/or bobby-trap in each one. Students study larger arguments and discover reasons for analyzing statements. Full Review »
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- 9th - Higher Ed
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Students compare and contract the characteristics of deductive and inductive arguments. After discussing key terms of different types of arguments, students critically evaluate arguments and draw conclusions about each argument. In groups, students participate in exercises to assist them in identifying types of arguments and the best type to use in particular circumstances. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students explore and study the term 'argument' and prepare to argue one side of a debate in writing. They complete an online activity that deals with argument and then they create an argument genre poster to defend to their classmates. Full Review »
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