Standard #: ELA.9.R.2.4


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Compare the development of two opposing arguments on the same topic, evaluating the effectiveness and validity of the claims.


Clarifications


Clarification 1: Validity refers to the soundness of the arguments.

General Information

Subject Area: English Language Arts (B.E.S.T.)
Grade: 9
Strand: Reading
Standard: Reading Informational Text
Date Adopted or Revised: 08/20
Status: State Board Approved

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Related Access Points

Access Point Number Access Point Title
ELA.9.R.2.AP.4a Explain how the development of two opposing arguments on the same topic are related.
ELA.9.R.2.AP.4b Explain the effectiveness and validity of the claims within two opposing arguments on the same topic.


Related Resources

Lesson Plan

Name Description
Expanding the Business: Comparing the Arguments

Using the case study, "Should the Business Expand?" students will compare two student created arguments, one for expansion of a business and another against. Students will compare the two claims by evaluating them for effectiveness and validity. Using the claims, students will act as the business owner and make a final decision about the expansion.

Teaching Ideas

Name Description
High School Debate: Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

Students will participate in a debate using the arguments of the Federalists and Anti-Federalists. This could be a verbal, silent, or alley debate. One group will represent the Federalists and be given information relating to their arguments. The other group will act as the Anti-Federalists and be given information relating to their arguments. Provide students time to prepare their arguments either individually or as a team, then commence the debate.

Exploring Bias in the Media

This assignment will enable students to search for and critically analyze news articles presenting differing perspectives on similar issues. Students will think critically about the role that media plays in affecting the way objective information is delivered to the general public.

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