Att skriva en argumenterande text

Together we will decide upon an topic of interest where there are opposing views. We will discuss the pros and cons of each side of the argument and look at how to write an argumentative text (the different parts, techniques). Finally, you will write an argumentative text of your own on the chosen topic.

Syfte (Lgr11):

Innehåll hämtat från LGR 11 som är kopplat till arbetsområdet och kan vara från mer än ett ämne.

Centralt innehåll (Lgr11):

Innehåll hämtat från LGR 11 som är kopplat till arbetsområdet och kan vara från mer än ett ämne.

Viktiga begrepp:

Argumentative text
Argument: Point, Counterpoint and Rebuttal
Introduction: Hook and Thesis statement
Persuasive techniques: Ethos, Logos and Pathos,
Transition words

Konkritesering av målen:

We will work through a number of different exercises aimed at identifying an area/subject that you would enjoy writing and argumentative text about. We will then do further exercises aimed at learning more about the structure, vocabulary etc of this type of text.

You will write an argumentative text which they will then share for peer review, before revising and editing it and handing in a final version for grading.

Arbetsätt: 

Initially, we will discuss possible ideas for a topic for the whole group to use, why they might work and why others might not. The group will make the final decision on the topic based upon what interests them.

We will watch videos, read articles etc to get exposure to the different view points people might have on this topic. We will have a group discussion to explore our thoughts further.

We will work together to identify and discuss the two sides of the argument and to decide which arguments are the strongest to take into your final text. To aid this we will be look at Points, Counterpoints and Rebuttals with the aim of ensuring that the arguments are logical and hang together.

We will analyse a model text to help us identify the important elements within such a text, the style used, format, language, etc

We will look at persuasive techniques that can be used.

You will write the argumentative text in parts, and we will refer back to the model text as we go.

You will share a draft version of your text with each other and me - to give and get feedback 

You will revise and edit your text based upon the feedback you received and submit a final version for grading

Bedömning:

We will work together to identify and discuss the two sides of the argument and to decide which arguments are the strongest to take into your final text. To aid this we will be look at Points, Counterpoints and Rebuttals with the aim of ensuring that the arguments are logical and hang together. You will not be judged on the ideas you have for the arguments but on how you put them together and into a cohesive text.

You will be assessed and graded on your ability to put all of your learnings together into a balanced and persuasive argumentative text. Grading will be based upon the attached matrix. But in summary:

• Text Structure (The whole structure of the text, Red Thread, The introduction, Content of the paragraphs, Presentation of various arguments for and against, The conclusion)
• Language Structure (Verb tense harmony, Using conjunctions /transition words, Consistent use of perspective, Word formation and Sentence structure / grammar.)
• Linguistic Variation (Opinion Marking, Variation in words and concepts, Vocabulary and Descriptions and reasoning.)

Submitted work:

Each pupil will submit a draft version of a written argumentative text for feedback and then ultimately they will revise and edit this version and hand in a finished draft at the end of the period for grade-setting.

The text can be handwritten or typed-up.

Timing:

This work will be carried out over a period of about 8 weeks.

Läroplanskopplingar

Syfte

• formulera sig och kommunicera i tal och skrift,
• anpassa språket efter olika syften, mottagare och sammanhang,

Centralt innehåll

• Strategier för att skriva olika typer av texter med anpassning till deras typiska uppbyggnad och språkliga drag. Skapande av texter där ord och bild samspelar.
• Beskrivande, förklarande, instruerande och argumenterande texter, till exempel tidningsartiklar och arbetsbeskrivningar. Texternas innehåll, typiska språkliga drag samt deras ord och begrepp.
• Ord och begrepp för att uttrycka känslor, kunskaper och åsikter. Ords och begrepps nyanser och värdeladdning. Bildspråk och idiomatiska uttryck.