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Learning Goals
Learning Goals
Skills to Master:
Conducting Research:
ELA 6.3 Use systems to gather and organize information\
Argumentative Writing
ELA 2.1 Introduce the topic
ELA 2.2 Develop my claim and counterclaims
ELA 2.3 Use transitions to connect my ideas
ELA 2.4 Use a formal style, objective tone, and precise language
ELA 2.5 Provide a compelling conclusion
ELA 2.6 Strengthen my writing through revision
Task 06: Plan it!
Task 06: Plan it!
Step 1: Make a copy of the "Argumentative Essay Outline" template.
Step 2: You should have created your research question in Task 05: "Writing Effectively Part 1 - Research Your Topic," here you will refine and adjust it as necessary as you organize your thoughts on your outline.
Step 3: Do not forget to stop at the red STOP sign! Before continuing on to the body paragraphs on your outline, please check in with your ELA Teacher to ensure your thesis statement/claim will work.
Step 4: When your outline is complete, submit it to Beacon.
What is my performance task?
What is my performance task?
Using the articles you just read as inspiration and/or sources, write an argumentative essay of your choosing. Feel free to be creative about your research question and have fun with it. Your essay should cite AT LEAST THREE DIFFERENT SOURCES. PLEASE DO NOT USE ANY BLOGS OR WIKI.
Here are some suggested arguments (but feel free to think of your own):
Are video games beneficial, or are they bad news?
Is Fortnite addictive or just plain fun?
Do video games cause violent behavior?
Does watching anime give you the same benefits as reading a good book?
Should eSports be included in the next Olympics?
If you have another idea, discuss it with your mentor or ELA Specialist.
Instead of typing an essay, here is another argument option: One-Pager- You also have the option to do a "One-Pager" instead of a formal paper. This task still needs to meet all of the competencies listed in the ELA 2's.
Below are some examples of One-pagers:
Your Task
Your Task
"Argumentative Essay Outline" Worksheet
Assesses ELA 6.3
Task 07: Rough Draft
Task 07: Rough Draft
Step 1: Open the already formatted "Argumentative Essay" Google document template and make a copy. You'll start your argument essay here.
Step 2: Type your "Rough Draft". It should be AT LEAST FIVE PARAGRAPHS and CITE AT LEAST THREE SOURCES.
Step 3: When you are happy with your "Rough Draft," submit it to Beacon.
Assesses ELA 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
Do NOT submit your Final Draft to Slate until your ELA teacher has made suggestions on the rough draft and you have made all of the changes.
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