Developing Arguments and Counterarguments
Learning to build coherent arguments, anticipate opposing viewpoints, and effectively refute counterarguments in academic writing.
Key Questions
- Construct a logical argument supported by relevant evidence for a given topic.
- Analyze potential counterarguments to a thesis and plan effective rebuttals.
- Evaluate the strength of an argument based on its evidence and reasoning.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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