CER Treasure Hunt

CER
Think about the Anchoring Phenomenon Video you watched. What was the science behind the phenomenon you observed? To help you build an understanding of the phenomenon, you will construct and revise a scientific argument.

Pick a Question
Why does the metal on the coin appear green?
or Why are ancient gold coins often found in the ocean in good condition even after thousands of years?

Open Ended

Pick a question about the anchoring phenomenon that you would like to discuss with your classmates.

Pick a Question
Why does the metal on the coin appear green?
or Why are ancient gold coins often found in the ocean in good condition even after thousands of years?

Open Ended

Make a Claim  Your claim should be a response to the question stated above.

Open Ended

Cite Evidence  Identify data or knowledge that support your claim.

Pick a Question
Why does the metal on the coin appear green?
or Why are ancient gold coins often found in the ocean in good condition even after thousands of years?

Open Ended

Use Reasoning  Justify how the data and knowledge count as evidence toward supporting the claim.

Open Ended

3. Share your written argument so that it can be critiqued by one or more classmates. Listen closely and record their feedback below. What flaws or weaknesses did your peers identify in your argument? If a counterargument was proposed, do you agree or disagree with the reasoning?