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Intended for an intermediate/advance ELD course, this resource can support anyone learning the techniques and discernment needed for effective persuasive/argumentative writing. Beginning with the issue of curfews for a quick class discussion, small groups read and evaluate opinion articles, identify persuasive techniques used, and take part in a debate. They compose persuasive papers, arguing their position on the issue at hand. 

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Persuasive Writing, persuasion, persuasive arguments, argumentative writing

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Grade
9th - 11th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
4 days
Instructional Strategy
Research
Year
1998

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