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Thinking Skills in Education: Comparing Four Frameworks

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
An interesting article that discusses various types of thinking skills and why they are important in education.
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Lumen: Writing Skills: Introduction to Effective Paragraphs

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is an introduction to recognizing and evaluating effective paragraphs.
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Dr. Wheeler's Website: Rhetoric

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A definition of Rhetoric along with links to additional information on logos, ethos, and pathos. Common Rhetorical Mistakes and an explanation of how rhetoric works are also provided.
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Cuesta College: Interpreting What You Read

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site from Cuesta College provides both in-depth definitions of fact and opinion, and several clear examples of each.
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Speak for Success! Persuade! How to Use Body Language in a Persuasive Speech

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site explains how to use body language in a persuasvie speech. Distinctions are made in the realm of body language as it applies to speaking while standing, sitting, or communicating virtually. SL.9-10.3 Eval Presentation
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Intrapersonal Communication

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Wikipedia entry defines intrapersonal communication and the role that internal dialogue plays in the communication process.