The Art of Critical Reading · Semester 1

Evaluating Evidence and Arguments

Assessing the strength and relevance of evidence used to support claims in various texts.

Key Questions

  1. Evaluate the credibility of different types of evidence in a persuasive text.
  2. Analyze how an author uses logical reasoning to construct an argument.
  3. Justify why certain pieces of evidence are more compelling than others.

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Reading and Viewing - P6MOE: Critical Literacy - P6
Level: Primary 6
Subject: English Language
Unit: The Art of Critical Reading
Period: Semester 1

Suggested Methodologies

Formal Debate

Structured argumentation with timed speeches

30–50 min

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Document Mystery

Analyze evidence to solve a historical question

30–45 min

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Decision Matrix

Evaluate options systematically against criteria

25–45 min

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