Learning outcomes

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

• review academic argument construction
• evaluate the clarity, persuasiveness, and evidence integration in

arguments.

• practice drafting arguments and giving feedback on structure,

content, and language.

1) Warm-up activity

Answer the following questions to reinforce your understanding of argument structures, types of evidence, and appropriate language for academic argumentation

2) Evaluating Arguments

In groups, examine the texts assigned and evaluate the arguments made by looking at elements like the clarity of claims, the strength of reasoning, and the effectiveness of counterarguments.

(15 minutes)

3) Drafting Arguments

Using the same texts assigned to your group in Activity 2, rewrite the argument, applying the strengths and techniques observed in the Demo. Focus on improving clarity, adding well-supported evidence, and refining counterarguments to improve coherence and credibility.

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(30 minutes)

4) Peer Review

Examine and comment on each other's arguments from Activity 3 according to this structure:

Group 1 <-> Group 2
Group 3 <-> Group 4
Group 5 <-> Group 6

(10 minutes)

Next session

• November 5th

• Unit 5 (Starting the writing process)

For any questions or concerns,

please contact me at:

gloria.magege@aku.edu