Using the TEXAS Strategy for Paragraph Writing

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6.T.T.2.c (Apply expository techniques) 6.T.RA.1.b–c (Research & Inquiry) 6.T.SS.1.b (Organization) I can elaborate on ideas using reasoning, examples, and details. (6.T.T.2.c, K-12.P.EICC.4.e) I can acknowledge a counterclaim and respond with evidence. (K-12.P.EICC.4.f) Think of a time when something in your life changed for the better because it adapted to new technology or ideas (e.g., phones, classrooms, transportation). Write about that experience. Then, connect it: How might similar cha...

This resource teaches writers how to build effective paragraphs using the TEXAS strategy, which stands for Topic sentence, Evidence, eXplain, Analyze, and Summary. It emphasizes the importance of connecting ideas through transitional phrases and includes guided practices and independent writing tasks. Students are encouraged to reflect on their experiences with technology and its positive impacts while also crafting a balanced paragraph that considers potential counterclaims. Additionally, the resource provides tips for citing sources properly and involves peer feedback to enhance writing quality.