LO: Can I produce a valid argument about whether this period deserves to be called a 'Dark Age'?

Success criteria

• I can provide reasons why the period could be called the 'dark ages' and discuss the counter argument

• I can use a variety of evidence to support my viewpoint

• I can present my thinking clearly as a balanced argument

Flash back

How much have you learned about the Anglo-Saxons? Test yourself on this quiz

Glossary

Complete the definitions for your words throughout this unit. If there are any you are unsure of, you need to connect with the children around you.

Task

You are going to plan and write a historical argument, providing evidence for and against the Anglo-Saxon period deservedly being called a 'Dark Age'. After providing evidence you'll present your conclusion.

Trios

Identify the success criteria for this task and then we'll come back together to share ideas. Does your success criteria match this example ?

Trios

Decide whether you will argue that the Anglo-Saxon period does or does not deserve to be called a 'Dark Age'. Plan your arguments together. You can use these resources to help you:

an example of an argument

argument writing scaffold

Knowledge log

glossary

evidence log

Plenary - Independent task

You're ready! Use all your knowledge and skills to justify your argument. You will write up your argument independently.