Students have had the following goals and deadlines in class. If working during class, students should have had no trouble keeping up with these deadlines and will not have to work at home. However, students who have not used their class time wisely may be behind.
Tuesday, January 10: Students choose their topic and create their argument statement.
Wednesday, January 11: Students write their three claims and begin research.
Thursday, January 12: Students complete their research.
Friday, January 13: Students write the first half of their five paragraph essay.
Tuesday, January 17: Students write the second half of their five paragraph essay.
Wednesday, January 18: Students peer edit and make final revisions.
Lessons and resources available to students:
Argument crafting checklist with due datesWhat are the parts of an argument (review) + YouTube video
How to write an argument statement (review)
What makes a good introduction
The structure of a five paragraph essay + transition suggestions
How to set up your Google Doc and how to cite sources!
Student Model: Proficient Examples
These have been posted in class for students to reference. They were written last year and received a proficient (3) grade on this assignment.EXAMPLE 1
EXAMPLE 2
Finally, here is the rubric for this assignment.
