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Sophia: Argumentative Papers: Opposing Arguments
This video lesson focuses on when and how to address opposing arguments in an argumentative paper. It begins with a warning about acknowledging opposing viewpoints and then offers a method if you choose to do so: build common ground,...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Anticipating a Reader's Counterarguments
A screen cast lesson explaining how to anticipate when a reader might disagree with the author and how, as an author, to address the counterarguments when writing a persuasive/argumentative piece. [6:48] CCSS.ELALiteracy.CCRA.W.1,...
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Learn Zillion: Establish and Maintain a Formal Style and Objective Tone
In this lesson, you will learn how to establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone by analyzing word choices and considering task and audience. [8:03]
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Ezine: Formal vs Informal Writing: What's the Difference and When to Use Them
Before you start writing any article, one of the first things you need to ask yourself is "Who's my audience?" Answering this question will help you decide if you should use a formal writing style or an informal writing style. [2:52]