Claim 1: Reading the newspaper is better than watching TV news.
Opposing Claim 1: _______________________________________
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Claim 2: People learn science best when they are able to test things themselves.
Opposing Claim 2: _______________________________________
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Unit 8 Lesson 4 Organizing Reasons and Evidence
Key Terms Reminders
What is a claim?
What is evidence?
What are the reasons?
On pages 2 and 3 of Unit 8 Lesson 4, Leon is writing an argument. Carefully review everything he did to prepare his argument. Then complete the Check In (page 3) here:
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Practice - Page 4 of Unit 8 Lesson 4 - Write three reasons to support the claim below. Organize your reasons in logical order.
Claim- Family life often improves when parents and children eat dinner together.
Reason 1 -
Reason 2 -
Reason 3 -
Organizing Reasons and Evidence - Watch the video or read the transcript of the video ( page 5 of Unit 8 Lesson 4). Summarize the video/transcript below:
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Practice (page 7 of Unit 8 Lesson 4) - Write your answers to the practice below.
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Complete the remaining lessons and the Quick Check:
Write a summary of what you learned in the lesson: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Unit 8 Lesson 5 Identifying Credible Sources
Define the following terms found throughout Unit 8 Lesson 5:
Credible
Objective
Unbiased
Expert
Supported
Current
Please complete the Interactive Practice on page 3 and the Practice on page 4 of Unit 8 Lesson 5. Review and reflect after checking the answers.
Opposing Claim 1: Watching TV news is better than reading the newspaper.
Possible reasons:
1. Watching TV news provides a more engaging and visually stimulating experience compared to reading text in a newspaper.
2. TV news often includes live coverage and immediate updates, allowing viewers to stay informed in real-time.
3. TV news can provide a wider range of news topics and perspectives compared to the limited space in a newspaper.
Opposing Claim 2: People learn science best when they are taught by experts.
Possible reasons:
1. Experts in the field have in-depth knowledge and understanding of the subject, which allows them to provide more accurate and comprehensive explanations.
2. Experts can offer hands-on demonstrations and experiments, making the learning experience more engaging and interactive.
3. Learning from experts can provide access to the latest research and advancements in the field, ensuring that learners are exposed to current and relevant information.
Reason 1 for the claim: Family members can bond and strengthen their relationships by spending quality time together during dinner.
Reason 2 for the claim: Eating dinner together allows for open communication and discussion among family members, fostering a sense of unity and understanding.
Reason 3 for the claim: Sharing meals regularly can create a sense of routine and stability in family life, promoting overall well-being and harmony.
Summary of the video/transcript: The video/transcript discusses the importance of organizing reasons and evidence in an argument. It provides tips on how to structure and present reasons effectively, emphasizing the need for logical order and coherence. The video also highlights the significance of providing supporting evidence to back up the reasons and strengthen the argument.
In Unit 8 Lesson 5:
- Credible: trustworthy and reliable
- Objective: unbiased and impartial
- Unbiased: free from prejudice or favoritism
- Expert: a person with specialized knowledge or skills in a particular field
- Supported: backed up with evidence or proof
- Current: up to date or recent
I will complete the Interactive Practice and Practice on pages 3 and 4 of Unit 8 Lesson 5.
Please note that the remaining lessons and the Quick Check are not provided in the given information.