What does it imply?
Evidence: “90% of teens use social media daily.”
Social media has a strong influence on teens’ daily lives.
Claim: School uniforms improve focus.
Evidence: Fewer distractions reported.
Fewer distractions allow students to concentrate more on learning.
“Studies show students are stressed.”
Explanation of why that supports the claim.
Why does teen phone use matter?
It affects focus, mental health, and communication.
Weak: “This shows phones are bad.”
This shows phones distract students and reduce focus in class.
Evidence: “Students who sleep 8+ hours perform better academically.”
Sleep directly impacts academic success.
Claim: Exercise improves mental health.
Evidence: It releases endorphins.
Endorphins reduce stress, which improves mental health.
“This proves my point.”
It doesn’t explain how or why.
Why does low voter turnout matter?
It weakens the countries democracy
Weak: “This proves my claim.”
This evidence supports the claim by showing a direct connection between blah blah blah
Evidence: “Fast food consumption has doubled in the last decade.”
People are relying more on unhealthy, convenient food options.
Claim: Homework is ineffective.
Evidence: Students forget material quickly.
If students forget quickly, homework doesn’t create long-term learning.
“Many people agree.”
Too vague—no explanation or evidence.
Why does poor sleep matter for students?
It impacts grades and overall health.
Weak: “People like this.”
This suggests people prefer this because it is more convenient and accessible.
Evidence: “Only 30% of voters participated in the election.”
People don't see the importance in voting.
Claim: Technology helps education.
Evidence: Access to online resources.
More resources allow students to learn beyond the classroom.
“This is important.”
Doesn’t explain why it’s important.
Why does climate change matter?
It affects future generations and the planet.
Weak: “Participation in class is important.”
Participation is important because it directly impacts learning and forces you to focus.
Evidence: “Screen time increased by 60% during the pandemic.”
People became more dependent on technology during isolation.
Claim: Social media harms communication.
Evidence: Less face-to-face interaction.
Less in-person interaction weakens real-life communication skills
“According to research, this is true.”
Analysis of how the research supports the claim.
Why does misinformation matter?
It can influence decisions and spread false beliefs.
Weak: “This helps my argument.”
This strengthens the argument by showing that ___ leads to ___, proving that ___.