The Learning Depot
How to Write a Thesis Statement | Argumentative Essay
In this video, we take a look at the thesis statement for the argumentative essay. There are five elements of a strong thesis statement. Examples are given.
The Learning Depot
How to Write a Hook: 10 Ideas for Narrative, Expository, Persuasive/Argumentative Writing
A hook is a sentence or group of sentences that will capture or “hook” your reader’s interest and lure him or her to keep reading. The hook, also called the lead, will set the tone and mood for your essay and establish A hook can be a...
Curated Video
End Your Essay (PART 1): How to Write a Conclusion Paragraph
Wondering how to end your essay well? Trying to write a conclusion paragraph to wrap up your essay with an A+? In this video, I review the structure, outline and steps to writing a conclusion paragraph. First, I cover the purpose of a...
Curated Video
How to Write a Paragraph: Using Rhetorical Questions in Your Argument
Are you trying to figure out how to write a paragraph? Wondering how to use rhetorical questions in your essay?
In this video, I break down how to build your argument in your paragraph using rhetorical questions. Rhetorical questions...
Curated Video
Discover How to Write a Counterclaim Paragraph & Defend with Rebuttal
In this video, I show you how to straighten your argument by acknowledging the counterclaim and defending it with a rebuttal. As you write an argumentative essay, it is important to acknowledge the argument of the opposing side. In your...
Curated Video
Choosing an Effective Topic for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher guides students through the process of choosing an effective topic for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of selecting a topic that the writer feels strongly about and provides supporting...
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Writing a Strong Concluding Paragraph for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher explains how to write a strong concluding paragraph for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of summarizing the main points, restating the thesis, and providing a call to action. The teacher...
Curated Video
Drafting a Thesis Statement for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher explains the process of drafting a thesis statement for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of clearly stating a position and providing supporting reasons. The teacher also provides an example...
Curated Video
Writing a Thesis Statement for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher explains how to write a thesis statement for an argumentative essay. They guide the students through the process of combining their claim and supporting reasons to create an effective thesis statement. The...
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Connecting Evidence and Reasons to Prove Your Claim
This video explains how to effectively support their claims in argumentative writing. The teacher explains the importance of clear evidence and reasons, and provides examples and strategies for connecting the evidence to the reasons and...
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Organizing Evidence for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher explains how to organize and order evidence for an argumentative essay using boxes and bullets. The steps for writing an essay are reviewed, emphasizing the importance of planning and organization to build a...
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Choosing a Topic for an Argumentative Essay: Exploring Issues that Affect Your Life
In this video, the teacher guides students on how to choose a topic for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of selecting a topic that they have a lot to say about and that affects their lives. The teacher provides...
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Revising Your Essay to Target Your Audience
This video provides a concise lesson on how to revise an argumentative essay to effectively target and convince the intended audience. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the audience and tailoring the essay accordingly, using...
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Organizing Information for an Argumentative Essay: Using Boxes and Bullets
This video provides a step-by-step guide on how to organize information for an argumentative essay using the technique of boxes and bullets. It highlights the importance of proper organization to avoid conflicting information and...
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Writing Effective Body Paragraphs for an Argumentative Essay
In this video, the teacher explains how to write effective body paragraphs for an argumentative essay. They emphasize the importance of a strong topic sentence and provide step-by-step guidance on how to develop and support the topic...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Supporting Details: Statistics
A lesson with audio discussing how analogies can be used as supporting details. [4:00]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Lesson Slides for 'Delineate and Evaluate an Argument'
In this lesson, you will learn to delineate and evaluate an argument by considering the validity of an author's claims. [7:25]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Develop a Claim
In this lesson, you will learn how to generate a precise claim by analyzing your text and notes for reasons and evidence. [7:29]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Write in an Objective Tone
In this lesson, you will learn to write in an objective tone by editing point of view. [5:36]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Organize Ideas for Writing Using a Short Plan
In this lesson, you will learn how to organize your ideas for an argumentative essay by using a short plan. [5:06]
Imagine Learning Classroom
Learn Zillion: Draft Body Paragaphs for Argumentative Writing
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft body paragraphs for an argumentative essay by introducing evidence and explaining how it supports your thesis. [4:56]
Other
8th Grade Ela: Argumentative Writing
This Slide Player provides a video and slideshow lesson from the instructor Arleen Richards. She provides the steps for writing an argumentative essay. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.1.a; CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.6-8.1.b;...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Argumentative Essay: Citing and Analyzing Evidence
In this lesson, students will learn the importance of citing text evidence to build an argument essay.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Reading: Citing Evidence in Literary Analysis
The video lesson from Khan Academy is intended for students who are taking a secondary education reading course. This section discusses how to cite evidence in a literary analysis.