6LA+Goal3


 * Goal 3**
 * The learner will examine the foundation of argument.**


 * 3.01** Explore argumentative works that are read, heard, and/or viewed by:
 * monitoring comprehension for understanding what is read, heard, and/or viewed.
 * analyzing the characteristics of argumentative works.
 * determining the importance of author's word choice and focus.
 * summarizing the author's purpose and stance.
 * making connections between works, self and related topics.
 * drawing inferences.
 * responding to public documents (such as but not limited to editorials and school and community policies).
 * distinguishing between fact and opinion.
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 * 3.02** Explore the problem solution process by:
 * studying examples (in literature and other text) that present problems coherently, describe the solution clearly, sequence reasons to support the solution, and show awareness of audience.
 * preparing individual and/or group essays and presentations that focus on the diagnosis of a problem and possible solutions.
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 * 3.03** Study arguments that evaluate through:
 * exploring examples that show a firm control of sound judgments, audience awareness, clear idea/theme, and the use of relevant and coherent reasons for support.
 * preparing individual and/or group essays and presentations that use evaluative techniques
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