The Power of Persuasion · Semester 1

Using Evidence Effectively

Mastering the selection, integration, and explanation of evidence to support claims.

Key Questions

  1. Differentiate between strong and weak evidence for a given claim.
  2. Explain how to seamlessly integrate textual evidence into an essay.
  3. Analyze the impact of varying types of evidence (e.g., statistics, anecdotes, expert testimony) on an argument.

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Argumentative Writing - S4MOE: Critical Literacy - S4
Level: Secondary 4
Subject: English Language
Unit: The Power of Persuasion
Period: Semester 1

Suggested Methodologies

Case Study Analysis

Deep dive into a real-world case with structured analysis

30–50 min

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Document Mystery

Analyze evidence to solve a historical question

30–45 min

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