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Articles by Brian Tolentino
Introduction to Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER)
When it comes to teaching argumentative writing, I like keeping things simple. Claim, evidence, reasoning (CER) is a simple method that my students seem to grasp the best. I hope it helps! Introductory Video: Worksheet and Activity: Extra worksheets Choose a Prompt #1: Choose a Prompt #2: These worksheets also work great for Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) High school argumentative prompts here: My goal is to create THOUSANDS of FREE resources for English Teachers. If you want […]
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Is a Hot Dog a Sandwich?
For many of my students, it is the “silly” questions that yield the best debates. If you are looking for a topic that builds on prior knowledge, and gets student riled up – try this: Is a hot dog a sandwich? I have included a video explanation, worksheet, and additional reading from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC). Video: Worksheet: Additional Reading With Comprehension Questions:
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Write a Creative Story About Dinosaurs!
Pass out the worksheet, play the video, and let students write. It’s that simple. Worksheet: My goal is to create thousands of free resources for English teachers around the world. If you want to support me on this mission, you can donate below. Thank you!
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Write a Creative Story About a Shark!
Pass out the worksheet, play the video, and let students write. That’s it! Worksheet: If you want to support me in my quest to create THOUSANDS of FREE resources for teachers around the world, click on the link below. Thank you!
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Write a Creative Story About VIKINGS!
Have you really lived if you have never written a story about VIKINGS? Print the worksheet, play the video, and have students write. That’s it! Worksheet: If any of my resources have helped you and your students, feel free to donate here:
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