Monday, April 23
Fallacy Quiz
Compare/Contrast essays are returned and debriefed; Style Elements Quiz returned
Argumentative Essay Research Briefs are distributed
Lecture and activity: Determining lines of evidence and an effective outline
- Sample topics:
o Should parents have the right to spank their children?
o Should animals be used for scientific experimentation?
o Should teachers be required to pass periodic competency exams?
HW: Read Casebook “Is Wal-Mart Good for America?” (pp. 629-645) and respond to partner facilitation post-reading questions. Be prepared to positively contribute to class discussion on Wednesday.
Wednesday, April 25
Fallacy quiz returned and discussed
Group 6 Facilitates: “Is Wal-Mart Good for America?” (pp. 629-645)
In-class timed, researched argumentative writing: “So, is Wal-Mart good for America?” (meanwhile, graded work passed back)
HW: Begin reading your argumentative essay research brief (or conducting your own research in earnest). Begin to form possible theses and corresponding lines of evidence. Annotate texts!
Friday, April 27
NO CLASS – GRADING DAY
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