Q4W3 – April 3 – April 7

Elaboration Strategies for Informative

Analyze your writing

Argumentative Prompt Packet

Teacher	Janna Rodgers
Subject Area	ELA
Grade Level	7
Week #	3
Unit of Instruction	Argument Writing

Standard(s) Taught
Write and support a claim using logical reasoning, relevant evidence from multiple sources, elaboration, a logical organizational structure with varied transitions, and acknowledging at least one counterclaim. (ELA.7.C.1.3) Follow the rules of standard English grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling appropriate to grade level. (ELA.7.C.3.1)
Learning Targets and Learning Criteria
I can use relevant evidence from multiple sources to support my main ideas. I can acknowledge a counterclaim. I can write an effective conclusion.
Classroom Activities
Monday Introduction Toolkit Intro Toolkit Write an introduction paragraph. Begin working on body paragraphs. Tuesday Elaboration Techniques Elaboration Strategies for Informative In-Text Citations Write your body paragraphs Wednesday Addressing Opposing Claims Write your counterargument. While one might interpret this to mean ____, it’s clear that ____. Some would argue _____, but the evidence points to _____. Opponents would argue that ____, however it’s clear that ____. While one might interpret this to mean ____, it’s clear that ____. Some would argue _____, but the evidence points to _____. Opponents would argue that ____, however it’s clear that ____. Thursday/Friday Conclusion Video (see above) Write a conclusion paragraph Use a checklist to analyze your writing before your upload to gradebook. Analyze your writing Upload final essay to gradebook.
Assignments Due
Intro paragraph – Due Monday (Formative) Final draft – Due Friday (formative)
Additional Resources