Claim, Evidence, Reasoning

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What is a claim?

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A statement that answers a question or presents an assertion that can be supported with evidence.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What is evidence in scientific writing?

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Scientific data and details that support a claim, such as observations or measurements.

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NGSS.HS-LS4-1

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What is reasoning?

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The scientific rule or explanation that connects the evidence to the claim, explaining why the evidence supports the claim.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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How many pieces of evidence should you collect to support a claim?

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Three or more pieces of evidence.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-1

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Give an example of evidence.

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The ball bounced to 70 cm on the floor, 40 cm on the rug, and 10 cm on the dirt.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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To provide evidence and reasoning that validates the assertion made in the claim.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-6

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

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Why is reasoning important in scientific arguments?

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It explains how the evidence relates to the claim, helping to clarify the argument.

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NGSS.HS-LS4-1

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

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What is the relationship between claim, evidence, and reasoning?

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The claim is supported by evidence, and reasoning explains how the evidence supports the claim.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-6

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What type of evidence is most effective?

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Quantitative evidence, such as measurements and statistics, is often more persuasive.

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What is a counterclaim?

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An opposing argument or assertion that challenges the original claim.