1. Argument Writing

2. ArguING: Giving opposite views in an angry way. Argument Writing: Writing that states a claim and gives evidence to support that claim.

3. Argument Argument: Claim: Main point Evidence: Support your claim Opposing Claim: The opposite point (Counter)

4. Argument: A main idea, called a “claim” backed up with evidence that supports the idea. Do not stop with having a point. You have to back up your point with evidence.

5. Persuasion vs. Argument Persuasion ~ Uses feelings and emotions. Argument ~ Uses facts as evidence. Persuasion ~ Uses feelings and emotions. Argument ~ Uses facts as evidence.

6. Argument What is an Argument? An argument is a claim that must be supported by evidence. Purpose: to change the reader’s point of view, or bring about change. What is an Argument? An argument is a claim that must be supported by evidence. Purpose: to change the reader’s point of view, or bring about change.

7. Argument What is an argument? An argument has to be reasonable. Defend claims made about books, historical events, opinions. What is an argument? An argument has to be reasonable. Defend claims made about books, historical events, opinions.

8. Argument Takes a clear position. Is debatable: people could reasonably have different opinions on the issue. Is narrow enough to be fully discussed within the requirements of the assignment. One paragraph. Takes a clear position. Is debatable: people could reasonably have different opinions on the issue. Is narrow enough to be fully discussed within the requirements of the assignment. One paragraph. What makes an Effective Claim?

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12. Persuasion or Argument? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vt P-S9OS0o0 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N XJE8UGtjmI http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m EoEqs4VlRY Allstate, Kia: Start at 13 Seconds

13. Argument Argument: Claim: Chobani brand of yogurt is the best yogurt. Evidence: 10 grams of protein Sweet tasting, but low on sugar Opposing Claim:

14. Argument: Claim: Madec is a bad dude. Evidence: Opposing Claim:

15. Argument: Claim: Students should be allowed to have their cell phones in class. Evidence: Use for educational purposes. Opposing Claim: Students should not be allowed to have their cell phones in class Evidence:

16. Argument: Claim: In the Red Kayak, Brady should tell someone what he knows. Evidence:

18. Introduction o Present the claim- a debatable statement Body o Present evidence to support the claim Cite credible resources Make a connection between evidence and the claim o Present counterclaims Conclusion Concluding statement Introduction oPoPresent the claim- a debatable statement Body oPoPresent evidence to support the claim Cite credible resources Make a connection between evidence and the claim oPoPresent counterclaims Conclusion Concluding statement Basic Organizational Pattern

19. Argument Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Topic Sentence = State Claim. *Power Statement Evidence Sentence Evidence Sentence *Use one transition word Evidence Sentence Conclusion Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Topic Sentence = State Claim. *Power Statement Evidence Sentence Evidence Sentence *Use one transition word Evidence Sentence Evidence Sentence Conclusion

20. Example: There are many reasons why I don’t smoke. First, smoking is unhealthy. It can cause lung cancer, and it can lead to an early death. Furthermore, smoking is expensive. A pack of cigarettes costs five dollars. If I bought one pack of the cigarettes every day, I would spend over $1500 each year. Lastly, cigarettes smell bad. When people smoke, you can smell the cigarettes on their clothes all day. For example, the other night, I went to a restaurant that allowed smoking. After I left all of my clothes smelled terrible, as did my hair. If I were a smoker, I would smell that way all the time. To sum up, I don’t smoke because it is unhealthy, expensive, and unattractive.

21. Argument Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Topic Sentence (State Claim) Evidence Evidence *Use one transition word Evidence Conclusion Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Topic Sentence (State Claim) Evidence Evidence *Use one transition word Evidence Evidence Conclusion

22. Challenge Argument Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Topic Sentence (State Claim) Evidence Evidence *Use one transition word Opposing Claim Opposing Evidence Conclusion Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Topic Sentence (State Claim) Evidence Evidence *Use one transition word Opposing Claim Opposing Evidence Conclusion

23. Argument #1 Six Sentence Argument Paragraph DUE: Choose ONE: 1. Students should be allowed to have their cell phones in class. 2. Everyone should give money to charity. 3. The dress code should be changed. 4. School should be reduced to four days a week. Six Sentence Argument Paragraph DUE: Choose ONE: 1. Students should be allowed to have their cell phones in class. 2. Everyone should give money to charity. 3. The dress code should be changed. 4. School should be reduced to four days a week.

24. Argument #2 Six Sentence Argument Paragraph DUE: Choose ONE: 1. Students should be allowed to eat and drink in class. 2. Everyone should own an Iphone. 3. One school rule that should be changed at Sawtooth is ______. 4. It is very important to read books. Six Sentence Argument Paragraph DUE: Choose ONE: 1. Students should be allowed to eat and drink in class. 2. Everyone should own an Iphone. 3. One school rule that should be changed at Sawtooth is ______. 4. It is very important to read books.

25. Argument Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Thesis Evidence Evidence *Use one transition word Evidence Conclusion Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Thesis Evidence Evidence *Use one transition word Evidence Evidence Conclusion

26. Argument Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Thesis Evidence Evidence *Use one transition word Evidence Conclusion Six Sentence Argument Paragraph Thesis Evidence Evidence *Use one transition word Evidence Evidence Conclusion

27. Argument Argument Beyond the Classroom The proper context for thinking about argument is one in which The goal is not a victory but a good decision All arguer are at risk of needing to alter their views, A participant takes a seriously and fairly the views different from his or her own Such capacities are broadly important for the literate educated person living in the diverse, information-rich environment of the twenty-first century. Fulkerson, Richard. Teaching the Argument in Writing. 1996, 16-17 Argument Beyond the Classroom The proper context for thinking about argument is one in which The goal is not a victory but a good decision All arguer are at risk of needing to alter their views, A participant takes a seriously and fairly the views different from his or her own Such capacities are broadly important for the literate educated person living in the diverse, information-rich environment of the twenty-first century. Fulkerson, Richard. Teaching the Argument in Writing. 1996, 16-17

28. Argument Example argument paragraph and activity In the following example, identify: 1.The topic: 2.The thesis: 3.Three reasons that support the thesis: 1.An explanation of example for each reason: 2.Three transitions words: 3.A complex sentence: Example argument paragraph and activity In the following example, identify: 1.The topic: 2.The thesis: 3.Three reasons that support the thesis: 1.An explanation of example for each reason: 2.Three transitions words: 3.A complex sentence:

29. Argument Example: There are many reasons why I don’t smoke. First, smoking is unhealthy. It can cause lung cancer, and it can lead to an early death. Furthermore, smoking is expensive. A pack of cigarettes costs five dollars. If I bought one pack of the cigarettes every day, I would spend over $1500 each year. Lastly, cigarettes smell bad. When people smoke, you can smell the cigarettes on their clothes all day, for example, the other night, I went to a restaurant that allowed smoking. After I left all of my clothes smelled terrible, as did my hair. If I were a smoker, I would smell that way all the time. To sum up, I don’t smoke because it is unhealthy, expensive, and unattractive. You will create and argument. You will need: – A topic – At least 3 reasons/advantages, etc. To support your thesis – An example of explanation for each reason/advantage, etc. – At least 4 transition words – At least 3 complex sentences Example: There are many reasons why I don’t smoke. First, smoking is unhealthy. It can cause lung cancer, and it can lead to an early death. Furthermore, smoking is expensive. A pack of cigarettes costs five dollars. If I bought one pack of the cigarettes every day, I would spend over $1500 each year. Lastly, cigarettes smell bad. When people smoke, you can smell the cigarettes on their clothes all day, for example, the other night, I went to a restaurant that allowed smoking. After I left all of my clothes smelled terrible, as did my hair. If I were a smoker, I would smell that way all the time. To sum up, I don’t smoke because it is unhealthy, expensive, and unattractive. You will create and argument. You will need: –A–A topic –A–At least 3 reasons/advantages, etc. To support your thesis –A–An example of explanation for each reason/advantage, etc. –A–At least 4 transition words –A–At least 3 complex sentences

30. Argument Persuasion Thesis: Everyone should give blood. Ethos: “The American Red Cross is the nation’s premier emergency response organization.”(Redcross.org). Pathos: Caring for others who are ill by donating blood indicates one’s love for mankind. Action: Give blood today. Argument Giving blood to save lives is just as important as giving money to save lives. Logos: “One pint of blood can save up to three lives.” (americasblood.org). Is grounded more in logic: “Giving blood is charity, just like giving money to the poor. Both acts save lives.” (Gefori, 2007). Requires critical reading of the text(s): analyze the significance of the opposing claims( evaluate quality of source). Addresses counterclaims: “More than 4,000 people were affected by contaminate blood in the 1970’s and 80’s. Giving blood to save lives is just as important as giving money to save lives. Logos: “One pint of blood can save up to three lives.” (americasblood.org). Is grounded more in logic: “Giving blood is charity, just like giving money to the poor. Both acts save lives.” (Gefori, 2007). Requires critical reading of the text(s): analyze the significance of the opposing claims( evaluate quality of source). Addresses counterclaims: “More than 4,000 people were affected by contaminate blood in the 1970’s and 80’s. Persuasion vs. Argument- differences

31. Persuasion vs. Argument- Differences Persuasion Attempts to convince the reader to accept a thesis as truth. Appeals to the credibility, character and authority of the writer. Is often more grounded in feelings (pathos) than in facts. Is often associated with speeches and frequently requires listeners/readers to take some sort of action to remediate an issue. Argument Attempts to convince the reader to accept a claim as truth. Focuses on evidence (logos) Is grounded more in facts, data and logic. Requires critical reading of the texts(s); may include evidence from other sources. Addresses counterclaims in order to present a complete argument. Argument

33. Three TRUTHS and One LIE 1. SMS opened in 2004. 2. SMS mascot is a Sabercat. 3. SMS first principal was Mr. Leishman. 4. Ms. C. has been teaching at SMS since it was opened. 1. SMS opened in 2004. 2. SMS mascot is a Sabercat. 3. SMS first principal was Mr. Leishman. 4. Ms. C. has been teaching at SMS since it was opened.

34. Three TRUTHS and One LIE 1. Ms. C. has been teaching 14 yeas 2. Ms. C. has only taught at SMS. 3. Ms. C. used to teach basketball. 4. Ms. C. used to coach volleyball. 1. Ms. C. has been teaching 14 yeas 2. Ms. C. has only taught at SMS. 3. Ms. C. used to teach basketball. 4. Ms. C. used to coach volleyball.

35. Three TRUTHS and One LIE 1. Salad is a healthy food. 2. There are three kinds of lettuce in the world. 3. Lettuce contains vitamin A. 4. Ms. C eats salad for lunch four times a week. 1. Salad is a healthy food. 2. There are three kinds of lettuce in the world. 3. Lettuce contains vitamin A. 4. Ms. C eats salad for lunch four times a week.

36. Three TRUTHS and One LIE

37. STOP HERE Do the rest in The Apprentice

38. STOP HERE Do the rest in The Apprentice

39. Persuasion Persuasion: T he action of persuading someone to do or believe something. Uses emotions more than facts / evidence.

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43. Audience? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXlxI0_XhT0 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8kOeV56-kc Dr. Pepper 10, Subaru

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45. You tube commercials. Click, make full screen, close so not to see any outside ads. If link doesn’t work in powerpoint, go to view normal, then click current slide again, then click link.