Where's the evidence? Scholars take a look at the evidence section of a Literary Argument Essay Rubric. They discuss terms used in the rubric and then begin thinking about collecting evidence for their own essays. They also revisit their Themes of Adversity graphic organizers.

Concepts

evaluating claims, evidence, textual evidence

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Discuss the importance of using evidence to support opinions and ideas

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson 10 of 16 in Grade 6 ELA Module 2B Unit 2
• Order of lessons is important
• Suggests creating a new word wall than used in previous lessons

Pros

• Encourages pupils to look closely at scoring rubrics
• Offers ideas for working with English learners

Cons

• None

Common Core

RL.6.1 W.6.1.b W.6.4 W.6.5