Today, we argued...about current issues. All sections debated topics chosen from a list of thesis-like statements. Students supported a Yes or No position by using examples, counter-arguments, logic, emotion and previous knowledge. Each debater attempted to frame their argument with an opening and closing statement. The goal of the activity was to mimic the essay writing process: a thesis/a statement/a claim supported with well-formed arguments.
The assignment going forward for all sections is to create a thesis statement based on a current issue of personal significance, to outline three supporting arguments for the thesis and source three references in MLA which will be used to back up the thesis.
See most of you tomorrow.
And good luck.
Questions? Clarifications?
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