Introduction
Introduction to Argumentative Writing
Fact vs. Opinion
Students will be expoloring the web looking for books that they are interested in reading that involve argumentative writing.
Students will first begin by examining the difference between fact and opinion. A worksheet is provided to fill out information about fact vs. opinion in argumentative writing. Once the worksheet is completed, students will visit various websites and explore different autors and pieces of literature.
GOAL: Students will form a list of both fiction and nonfiction books that involve: fact vs. opinion
Begin here:
Watch the following videos discussing fact vs. opinion and making claims in argumentative writing. Complete the corresponding worksheet so that you have a solid understanding of the basis of argumentative writing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAKprpl7aPo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnFnWWAnlkw
Task
Exploring the web for literature
Once you have completed your worksheet on fact vs. opinion, it is time to begin the search for literature. You will visit the list of the following websites. Explore the sites and all they have to offer. Take time to read about authors and the different pieces of literature.
WEBSITES:
http://aadusd.k12.ca.us/hds/languagearts/summer%20reading%20list.pdf
Visit the above listed site. Explore the list of books. Choose 5 books to do further reasearch on. Once you have researched 5 books, move on to explot=ring the books located on the following websites.
http://www.goodreads.com/list/show/3925.Best_Middle_School_Books
http://www.jamespatterson.com/books_middle-school-series.php#.VT3MdxtFCpo
http://www.scholastic.com/parents/resources/book-list/favorites-classics/top-picks-middle-schoolers
While looking at the websites write down books that you come accross that might sound interesting. If you are led to another site with a link....copy and paste the link to save and share with the class.
Evaluation
Name:_______________________________ Date:______________________________ Period:________________
Fact vs. Opinion
Describe the difference between FACT and OPINION:
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Will you use facts, opinions, or both when creating argumentative writing? Explain your answer
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List of Literature to Read
Fiction Books Title and Author Nonfiction Books Title and Author
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Conclusion
At the conclusion of the webquest, students should be able to explain the difference between fact and opinion, and how they are involved in argumentative writing. Students should have 2 worksheets to sumbit upon completion of this webquest.
1. Fact vs. Opinion
2. List of Literature to Read
Credits
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