Building an Argument
Learning Objective
I can construct a well-reasoned argument with clear claims and supporting evidence.
Lesson Flow
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How to Write a Good Argumentative Essay: First Argument
Kevin deLaplante
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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The author's initial argument for laptop use was seen as a matter of personal preference, not a necessity, which is not sufficient to challenge a teacher's classroom rules.
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A key principle of moral reasoning is that you can't derive a moral conclusion from purely descriptive premises; you need a statement about moral values.
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Banning laptops could be framed as a fairness issue, disadvantaging students who rely on them due to poor handwriting or organizational needs; policies that systematically disadvantage certain students may be considered unjust.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Identify the claim, evidence, and unstated moral premise in the following argument: 'Banning laptops disadvantages students with poor handwriting. Teachers should not implement policies that systematically disadvantage certain students. Therefore, teachers should not ban laptops.'”
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