2. 2. Utilize valid reasoning and
relevant and sufficient
evidence to support claims
A. Distinguish between valid
reasoning and invalid
reasoning
B. Conduct research
effectively to find relevant
evidence
C. Develop claim(s) and
counterclaims fairly
D. Supplying evidence for
claim(s) and counterclaims
fairly, while pointing out the
strengths and limitations of
both in a manner that
anticipates the audience's
knowledge level and
concerns
E. Cite research in proper MLA
format
● Argumentative essay
(Reading/Research)
● Graphic Organizer (Claim,
Evidence, & Reasoning)
3. Create an organization that
establishes clear
relationships among
claim(s), counterclaims,
reasons, and evidence
A. Utilize transitions effectively
in arguments
B. Use words, phrases, and
clauses to link the major
sections of the text, create
cohesion, and clarify the
relationships between
claim(s) and reasons,
between reasons and
evidence, and between
claim(s) and counterclaims
C. Provide a concluding
statement or section that
● Argumentative Essay
(Organization)
● Graphic Organizer (Claim,
Counterclaim, & Rebuttal
Graphic Organizer)
● Graphic Organizer
(Example)
3. follows from and supports
the argument presented
4. Write routinely over
extended and short time
frames
A. Read a news article each
week
B. Highlight important
information and areas of
confusion
C. Write a one page reflection
on the article
● Article of the Week
Assessment (End of
quarter)
● Google Slides Presentation:
Introduction to W.11-12.10
● Article of the Week (13)
● Article of the Week (14)
● Article of the Week (15)
● Article of the Week (16)
● Article of the Week (16-2)
● Article of the Week (17)
● Article of the Week (17-2)
● Article of the Week (17-3)
● Article of the Week (18)