Thursday - March 16, 2017
Standard(s): ELAGSE8W1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. a. Introduce claim(s), acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically. b. Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text. c. Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. d. Establish and maintain a formal style. e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
ELAGSE8W5 With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed. (Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language Standards 1–3 up to and including grade 8.)
Essential Question:
How can I write an effective argument using clear reasons and relevant evidence?
Warm-up: Review the argumentative essay rubric. Look over the category that earns you a four. What areas are most challenging for you?
Work Session: Rough draft peer review (15 minutes).
Edit and revise your rough draft. Final draft due at the end of class.
Closing: Turn in your essay.
Homework: Happy Spring Break!
Standard(s): ELAGSE8W1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. a. Introduce claim(s), acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically. b. Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text. c. Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. d. Establish and maintain a formal style. e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
ELAGSE8W5 With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed. (Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language Standards 1–3 up to and including grade 8.)
Essential Question:
How can I write an effective argument using clear reasons and relevant evidence?
Warm-up: Review the argumentative essay rubric. Look over the category that earns you a four. What areas are most challenging for you?
Work Session: Rough draft peer review (15 minutes).
Edit and revise your rough draft. Final draft due at the end of class.
Closing: Turn in your essay.
Homework: Happy Spring Break!