Building Strong Arguments with Evidence

Christina·

Writing

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create a lesson for me to teach 10th graders argument writing. i have the article. I need a mini lesson that does not involve claim or counterclaim

This resource focuses on the importance of evidence in constructing persuasive arguments. It explains how evidence serves as the foundation and walls that support a strong claim, likening argumentation to building a house. The document outlines the key attributes of strong evidence: relevance, specificity, credibility, and timeliness. It provides examples contrasting weak and strong evidence, emphasizing the significance of connecting evidence with reasoning to reinforce the argument. The resource includes guided and independent practice exercises to help learners identify and evaluate evidence quality, craft reasoning statements, and enhance their argumentative writing skills.