ArgumentationArgumentation

CLAIMCLAIM States your position on an issue.

Good claims are…Good claims are…

Engaging

Specific

Logical

Claim ExamplesClaim Examples

Though they seem mere entertainment, Hollywood movies are actually responsible for reinforcing cultural stereotypes in America.

EVIDENCEEVIDENCE Support for your claim

Evidence can include…Evidence can include…

Facts and statisticsExpert opinionPrimary researchPersonal anecdote

Evidence example…Evidence example…

Last year the State of Minnesota spent $$$ million dollars promoting their state-run lottery through ads focusing on the contributions made to environmental funds (Cary). Churches have used raffles, bingo nights, and even card tournaments as fundraisers for years.

WARRANTWARRANT Interprets the data and shows how it supports the claim. It is usually a generally accepted rule.

A Good Warrant …A Good Warrant …

will be a reasonable interpretation and analysis of the facts.

will not make illogical interpretive leaps.will not assume more than the evidence supports.may consider and respond to possible counter-arguments.