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This document outlines a lesson plan for teaching students how to write an argumentative essay. It includes learning targets, success criteria, and activities to introduce the elements and structure of an argumentative essay using a model text. Students will then explore examples, explain the outline and thesis statement, and elaborate by gathering evidence, outlining an argument, and producing their own argumentative text on whether some traditions or customs should be stopped or given up. The lesson aims to help students learn how to write a precise thesis statement and create an outline for an argumentative essay.
![Do's and don'ts of argumentative essays
Do’s Don’ts
Read the Assignment’s
Guidelines before You Start
Use Phrases Such as “I
believe” or “I think”
Integrate quotes smoothly. Use inflated phrases.
Organize your paper
logically.
Use contractions &
colloquial language
Carefully proofread.
Repeat the Thesis Statement
in the Conclusion [as stated
in the introduction]](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/writingargumentativeessay-231014194218-ac769de1/85/Writing-Argumentative-Essay-pptx-21-320.jpg)
Writing Argumentative Essay.pptx
- 1. Writing Argumentative Essay — English — Teacher: Rajaa LAGHRISSI 11th Grade
- 2. Table of contents Engage Identify the main elements of an effective argumentative essay using a model. 01 Explain Explain the outline of the essay and write a thesis statement. 03 Explore Create a kahoot activity/ppt or find a good example of an argumentative essay. 02 Elaborate Gather evidence and create an outline & produce an argumentative text. 04
- 3. What I know. What I want to know. What I have learned. KWL What do you know about argumentative essays?
- 4. Learning Target & Success Criteria: Learning Target: By the end of the lesson: I will be able to write a precise thesis statement and create an outline for an argumentative essay. Success Criteria: * I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text. * I can write a precise clear thesis statement. * I can gather evidence and create an outline for my argumentative essay. * I can create an argumentative essay on the selected topic. Monday, October 9, 2023 Tuesday, October 10, 2023 Wednesday, October 11,2023
- 5. Warm-up! Do uniforms take away a student's individuality or prepare students for life at work?
- 6. Engage 01 Learning Target: By the end of the lesson: I will be able to write a precise thesis statement and create an outline for an argumentative essay. Identify the main elements of an effective argumentative essay using a model.
- 7. What is an Argumentative Essay? → An argument is a logical way of presenting a viewpoint, belief, or stand on an issue. A well-written argument may convince the reader, change the reader’s mind, or motivate the reader to take a certain action. What are the main elements of an effective Argumentative Essay? Success Criteria: 1. I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text.
- 8. Argument writing requires clear and logical thinking Argumentative Essay Model Preview Questions 1. Do you wear a uniform when you go to school? 2. Some people believe that children are too materialistic these days. For example, they may be too interested in wearing expensive brand-name clothes. What is your opinion? Success Criteria: 1. I can read a model text and determine the structure and elements of an argumentative text. 11AG 11BG
- 9. Main Argumentative Writing Structure School is one of the most important parts of our lives because we learn how to socialize, play sports, perform academically, and become responsible adults in the world. Requiring school uniforms is the better choice because uniforms make students’ lives easier, make them act more maturely, and create equality for everyone. First, students must wear uniforms to make their lives simpler. Second, school uniforms influence students to act responsibly in groups and as individuals. Finally, schools must make students feel equal by requiring uniforms.
- 10. Students’ standards of living can differ greatly, some people are wealthy, and some are not … School uniforms would make all students look the same no matter how rich they were. Paragraph 5 People who are against school uniforms might say that students are unable to express their individuality. This might seem like a good point; however, school is a place to learn, not a place to show off wealth and fashion. In conclusion, there are many well-documented benefits of having school uniforms. All schools must require uniforms in order to benefit the students, the schools, and all of society.
- 11. Explore 02 Create a kahoot activity/ppt or find a good example of an argumentative essay. Learning Target: By the end of the lesson: I will be able to write a precise thesis statement and create an outline for an argumentative essay.
- 13. Argumentative Writing Structure - Task Create a Kahoot activity about elements of a well structured argumentative essay. Look for an exemplary argumentative essay that is well structured and includes the main elements. Create a Powerpoint presentation about elements of a well structured argumentative essay. 11AG - 11BG Success Criteria: 1. I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text.
- 14. Explain 03 Explain the outline of the essay and write a thesis statement. Learning Target: By the end of the lesson: I will be able to write a precise thesis statement and create an outline for an argumentative essay.
- 15. Argumentative Writing Structure Students’ Presentation Create a Kahoot activity about elements of a well structured argumentative essay. Look for an exemplary argumentative essay that is well structured and includes the main elements. Create a Powerpoint presentation about elements of a well structured argumentative essay. 11AG - 11BG Success Criteria: 1. I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text.
- 16. Elements of an Argumentative Essay * An effective argument contains these elements: • a precise claim • consideration of counterclaims, or opposing positions, and a discussion of their strengths and weaknesses • logical organization that makes clear connections among claims, counterclaims, reasons, and evidence • valid reasoning and evidence • use of specific rhetorical devices to support claims and counterclaims • a concluding statement or section that logically completes the argument • formal and objective language and tone • error-free grammar, including accurate use of transitions Success Criteria: 1. I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text.
- 17. Key points for Argumentative Writing Claim Reason is state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof. is a cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event. Evidence is the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid. Success Criteria: 2. I can create a precise clear thesis statement.
- 18. Strategies for writing arguments Distinguishing argumentation Appealing to the audience’s logic Forming a thesis statement Acknowledging Counterclaim(s) Success Criteria: 1. I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text.
- 19. Introduction Body Conclusion Paragraph 1: Reason 1 Hook Background Thesis Statement Paragraph 2: Reason 2 Paragraph 3: Reason 3 Paragraph 4: counterclaim Sum-up Restate the thesis statement Your opinion Supporting Detail #1 Supporting Detail #2 Supporting Detail #3 Refuting Detail #4 Write an Argumentative Essay - Organization Success Criteria: 1. I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text.
- 20. Gather Evidence You have to consider these specific types of evidence as you write. ● facts: relevant statements that can be proven true ● statistics: facts presented in the form of numbers ● definitions: explanations of key terms that may be unfamiliar to readers ● quotations: statements from authoritative sources (such as historical documents) ● examples: events or situations that support a general idea → Always confirm your evidence using more than one source. Success Criteria: 1. I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text.
- 21. Do's and don'ts of argumentative essays Do’s Don’ts Read the Assignment’s Guidelines before You Start Use Phrases Such as “I believe” or “I think” Integrate quotes smoothly. Use inflated phrases. Organize your paper logically. Use contractions & colloquial language Carefully proofread. Repeat the Thesis Statement in the Conclusion [as stated in the introduction]
- 22. Elaborate 04 ● Gather evidence and create an outline. ● Produce your own argumentative text Learning Target: By the end of the lesson: I will be able to write a precise thesis statement and create an outline for an argumentative essay.
- 23. Make it Interactive The Topic: Should some traditions or customs be stopped or given up? To what extent do you agree or disagree with this point? Success Criteria: 2. I can create a precise clear thesis statement. 3. I can gather evidence and create an outline for my argumentative essay.
- 24. Write your Thesis Statement A thesis statement is a short statement, usually one sentence, which provides an insight into what the essay is going to be about. They are used to enlighten the audience on a variety of things, including: ● The author’s claim on a specific topic. ● The reasons that will be discussed in the body paragraphs. → When writing a thesis statement, it is very important that you ensure it covers all of the above points. Example ↓ Success Criteria: 2. I can create a precise clear thesis statement. Requiring school uniforms is the better choice because uniforms make students’ lives easier, make them act more maturely, and create equality for everyone. The author’s claim Reason 1 Reason 2 Reason 3
- 25. Write your Thesis Statement The Topic: Should some traditions or customs be stopped or given up? To what extent do you agree or disagree with this point? * Now write your thesis statement on the following topic: Success Criteria: 2. I can create a precise clear thesis statement. My Example: While traditions and customs can play an important role in our lives, we should be critical of them and be willing to give up those that are harmful, outdated, or discriminatory.
- 26. Brainstorming Supporting Ideas The Topic: Should some traditions or customs be stopped or given up? To what extent do you agree or disagree with this point? Complete the chart below by giving reasons for your position. 1. Take a stand 2. Conduct research to gather evidence 3. Sort your evidence in the shared Google doc. Success Criteria: 3. I can gather evidence and create an outline for my argumentative essay.
- 27. Write an Argumentative Essay - Outline The Topic: Should some traditions or customs be stopped or given up? To what extent do you agree or disagree with this point? Create an outline to develop your claim. Success Criteria: 3. I can gather evidence and create an outline for my argumentative essay.
- 28. ● Describe your learning experience of today. ● What did you accomplish in this lesson? Plenary
- 29. Write your Final Draft Success Criteria: 4. I can create an
- 30. Self Assessment & Reflection Success Criteria: 4. I can create an argumentative essay on the selected topic.
- 31. Stay Safe , Stay Healthy Have a Wonderful Day Rajaa Laghrissi