Constructing Arguments

Practice Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/... The Wonder of Science: https://thewonderofscience.com/mlsep71 Student Worksheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tAcL... Engaging in Argumentation from Evidence - Level 1 - Constructing Arguments In this video Paul Andersen shows you how to engage in argumentation from evidence in a mini-lesson on Constructing Arguments. Two examples are included in the video and two additional examples are included in the linked thinking slides. TERMS Argument - a process for reaching agreements about explanations or solutions Claim - an answer to a scientific question Construct - the act of building something Evaluate - to determine the significance of by careful study Evidence - anything presented to support a claim Question - a sentence that asks for information Reasoning - the action of thinking about something in a logical way This progression is based on the Science and Engineering Practices elements from the NRC document A Framework for K-12 Science Education. “Construct an argument with evidence to support a claim. ” Source: https://www.nextgenscience.org/