So You Think You Can Argue?

A lesson plan that includes a PowerPoint and handouts for teaching effective persuasion. The PowerPoint is colorful and engaging.

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So You Think You Can Argue?

Standards & Objectives

Learning objectives:

The student will use a guided notetaking worksheet to:

Define argument, counterargument, and supporting argument.
Identify supportng arguments for a main argument.
Distinguish between types of arguments.
Discuss hypothetical situations where persuasive writing skills are useful.

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Ayers Institute for Learning & Innovation

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