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That Is Not My Opinion!

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Being an informed citizen requires distinguishing fact from opinion and understanding persuasion methods. Secondary learners evaluate newspaper editorials. They read opinion pieces, identify the writer's purpose and position on an issue, evaluate the validity of the writer's arguments, and discuss if they agree or disagree and why. An activity to promote readiness for career, college, and self-determination.

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critical thinking, Media Literacy, editorials, journalism, Persuasive Writing, persuasion, persuasive arguments, debate, public speaking, diverse perspectives, opinions

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debate, editorials, Persuasive Writing, perspectives, deepen investigation, critical thinking, media, opinion, english language arts
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Grade
12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
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Year
2002

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