WRITING AN ARGUMENTATIVE ESSAY || Quarter 3 Week 1 || Grade 10 || MELC-Based || Aizie Dumuk

Summary

In this Grade 10 English lesson, Teacher Izee introduces students to argumentative essay writing. The lesson covers key elements such as crafting a compelling title, creating a strong thesis statement, organizing body paragraphs, and concluding effectively. Through an engaging analysis of a video conversation between Sarah and John, students learn the importance of evidence, counterarguments, and using transitional phrases to strengthen their writing. By the end of the lesson, students are tasked with rewriting the conversation using the techniques discussed, preparing them to write their own persuasive essays.

Takeaways

• 😀 Argumentative essays require the writer to investigate a topic, collect evidence, and establish a clear position on it.
• 😀 The title of an argumentative essay should be attention-grabbing, potentially including a provocative question or statement.
• 😀 The introduction of an argumentative essay must include a thesis statement, summarizing the main point and claim of the essay.
• 😀 The body of an argumentative essay builds upon the claims made in the introduction and organizes points from general to specific or weakest to strongest.
• 😀 Counterarguments in an argumentative essay address opposing claims and demonstrate that the writer has considered multiple perspectives.
• 😀 Transitional devices like 'although', 'despite this', and 'on the other hand' help to introduce counterarguments and refutations smoothly.
• 😀 The conclusion of an argumentative essay restates the main argument and may include a call to action or speculation about the future of the topic.
• 😀 A persuasive argument differs from an argumentative one in that it relies more on emotions, while argumentation is based on logical reasoning and evidence.
• 😀 An argumentative essay includes four main parts: the title, introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.
• 😀 The exercise provided in the lesson challenges students to rewrite a conversation, applying the correct argumentative elements and language features.
• 😀 By using examples, statistics, and credible sources, a writer can strengthen their argument and make it more persuasive to readers.

Q & A

What is the main goal of the lesson in the transcript?

The main goal of the lesson is to teach students how to write an argumentative essay, covering the key elements, language features, and use of transitional devices.

What are the expected outcomes for students at the end of the lesson?

By the end of the lesson, students are expected to identify the elements and language features of an argumentative essay, use transitional devices correctly, and write an argumentative essay applying the correct elements and language features.

What is an argumentative essay, according to the script?

An argumentative essay is a genre of writing where the writer investigates a topic, collects evidence, evaluates it, and establishes a position on the topic in a concise manner.

What mistake did Sarah make in her conversation with John regarding the argument?

Sarah made a claim about the series being lousy but failed to provide evidence to support her claim.

How does a counter-argument strengthen an argumentative essay?

A counter-argument strengthens an argumentative essay by addressing opposing views, showing that the writer has considered multiple perspectives and is making an informed decision based on research.

What is the role of the title in an argumentative essay?

The title of an argumentative essay introduces the topic, generates interest, and may provoke thought by offering a provocative image, asking questions, or presenting a bias.

What should an introduction of an argumentative essay include?

The introduction should provide background information, introduce the topic, state the thesis (main argument), and engage the reader’s interest, often through statistics, anecdotes, or striking images.

What are body paragraphs meant to do in an argumentative essay?

Body paragraphs build upon the claims made in the introduction by presenting evidence and analysis. They also address counter-arguments to strengthen the essay's credibility.

How should counter-arguments be introduced in an argumentative essay?

Counter-arguments should be introduced using transitional phrases such as 'although,' 'even though,' 'while it is true that,' or 'some might argue.' These phrases help present opposing viewpoints clearly.

What is the purpose of the conclusion in an argumentative essay?

The conclusion restates the main point, summarizes key arguments, and may speculate on the future or provide a call to action related to the topic.