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Cohesion between the focus of an inquiry, the method of collecting information, the process of analysis of the information, and the conclusions made to increase understanding of that focus
alignment
A type of reasoning that constructs general propositions that are supported with evidence or cases
deductive
A condition or exception
qualification
-An appeal to logic
logos
Changing vocal characteristics (e.g., pitch, volume, speed) in order to emphasize ideas, convey emotion or opinion, or achieve other specific purposes
vocal variety
A personal opinion, belief, or value that may influence one’s judgment, perspective, or claim
bias
An appeal to credibility
ethos
— The organization of curriculum content into an order which progresses from simple to more complex
sequencing
A categorical statement which generalizes an opinion about human nature (a specific group of people and a trait that they possess)
assertion
A commentary about one or more primary sources that provides additional insight, opinions, and/or interpretation about the primary source data, study, or artifacts
secondary source
Issue involving many facets or perspectives that must be understood in order to address it
complex issue
A process for seeking truth, information, or knowledge through a study, research investigation, or artistic endeavor/work
inquiry
The provision of temporary structured support for students to aid skill development
scafolding
A point of view conveyed through an argument
perspective
The way in which an author expresses an attitude about his or her topic or subject through rhetorical choices
tone
Acknowledgment and acceptance of an opposing or different view
concession
an appeal to emotion
pathos
Contradicting an opposing perspective by providing alternate, more convincing evidence
rebuttal
An appeal to emotion
pathos
Goes beyond the traditional boundary of a single content area or discipline
cross-curicular
Something composed (e.g., articles; research studies; foundational, literary, and philosophical texts; speeches, broadcasts, and personal accounts; artistic works and performances) that conveys a perspective and can be examined
text
Disproving an opposing perspective by providing counterclaims or counterevidence
refutation
An opposing perspective, idea, or theory supported by evidence
counter argument