Writing a Position Argument
Most of us are well acquainted with position arguments.
We’re surrounded by controversial issues, and a good argument can bring people with different views together to a place of understanding – even if they aren’t in full agreement. This takes practice!
In a position argument essay, writers take a position on a controversial topic and argue their case in a way that shows their knowledge, reasoning, and awareness of counterarguments. In this course, students work through the writing process to develop a position argument on a current topic of interest.
This is a 4-week asynchronous course. That means there are no scheduled class meetings; all the instruction is included in the course so students can complete the work for each week at the times most convenient for your family. Purchase grants access to the course for 6 months.
Structure
Writing a Position Argument features short videos, readings, and writing activities to help students develop their essays. A discussion group where students can interact about the course is also included.
The lessons are designed for students to complete the work independently, with parents providing feedback in the first draft and assessing the final draft. A reviewer guide and grade rubrics are included.
Textbook
We use The Little Seagull Handbook 5E, Ebook and Learning Tools version. Learners use materials from this book in class, including the handbook, model student essays, videos, and interactive practice tool InQuizitive.
Grade Level
This course is for students in grades 11-12. Students should have a solid foundation in basic writing skills, as well as experience writing short papers such as book reports, journal entries and other short papers.
Prerequisites
Writing a Literacy Narrative, Writing an Evaluation, and Writing an Observation are recommended because they help students get familiar with using the writing process and gathering information informally on a topic. They help lay a groundwork for skills in this class.
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