The Art of Persuasion · Term 1

Developing Supporting Evidence

Focusing on finding and using facts, examples, and anecdotes to support persuasive claims.

Key Questions

  1. Compare different types of evidence and their effectiveness in persuasion.
  2. Justify the inclusion of specific examples to strengthen an argument.
  3. Construct a paragraph that effectively uses evidence to support a main point.

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9E3LY06AC9E3LY04
Year: Year 3
Subject: English
Unit: The Art of Persuasion
Period: Term 1

Suggested Methodologies

Document Mystery

Analyze evidence to solve a historical question

30–45 min

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Inquiry Circle

Student-led investigation of self-generated questions

30–55 min

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