Claims
Claim or no?
I think pepperoni pizza is the best.
No - I think
Claim: Movies should be watched in theaters.
Is this a good reason? Why or why not? Theaters show movies sooner which gives you earlier access to the film.
Yes - on topic and not an opinion
Why is evidence used?
Evidence is used to support and prove your reasons/claim.
What is a claim?
An arguable statement
Claim or no?
Students should because it gives them extra practice over what they've learned.
No - Students should what?? No context.
What's wrong with this reason, if anything?
Claim: Students should not have to work with partners in class.
Reason: Many students don't like working with others.
Saying "don't like" is an opinion which is not provable.
When using evidence, you must credit the _________.
source
Claim or not?
Dogs can be pets.
No - just a statement
Write a claim: Should community service be required for everyone?
Community service should be required for everyone.
Community service should not be required for everyone.
Write a reason for this claim:
All classes should have class pets.
Answers will vary - no opinions.
Ex: They teach responsiblity.
You can use evidence in two ways. What are they?
Quote or paraphrase
What is the purpose of reasons?
They tell why you think what you think.
Write a claim: What is the best book?
The best book is _________.
Write a reason for this claim:
Everyone should use public transportation.
Answers will vary - no opinions.
Examples:
It creates less pollution which is good for the environment.
It lowers the number of vehicles on the road which results in less accidents.
Is this evidence used correctly?
Music class benefits students. One reason all kids should take music class is the academic benefits. According to Edutopia, research shows that "learning music powerfully reinforces language skills, builds and improves reading ability, and strengthens memory and attention."
Yes - on topic and credited
Correct this claim:
Yes, they should.
Answers will vary - add context.
Ex: Yes, all students should have a class job.
If your topic is dogs, what could be two possible claims someone could write about this topic?
Answers will vary - must be arguable.
Dogs make great pets.
Dogs are better than cats.
Everyone should have a dog.
Give three reasons for this claim:
Cats are easy pets.
Answers will vary - no opinions.
They clean themselves.
They don't have to be taken out to go to the bathroom.
They don't need to be walked every day.
Paraphrase this evidence from Paige Tutt:
"Enriching field trips can boost grades and decrease absences and behavioral issues."
Answers will vary - credit source and avoid plagiarism.
Ex: According to Paige Tutt, quality field trips not only improve students' grades and reduce bad behaviors, but they also encourage kids to show up to school.
Write a claim, reason, and evidence about whether or not kids should get more recess.
(make up your source)
Ex: Students should get more recess. Recess helps kids learn to socialize and interact with others. According to Healthline, recess teaches kids to compromise, an imporant social skill.