Wildfire 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.

1. Write a question about the anchoring phenomenon that you would like to discuss with your classmates. (Your teacher may also provide you with one.)

Make a Claim

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

Cite Evidence  Identify data or knowledge that support your claim

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

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