Exploring 3 3 CER Concepts

The video tutorial from Wilson Studios explains the importance of claim, evidence, and reasoning in forming persuasive arguments. It highlights the need to support opinions with evidence and clearly articulate reasoning. The tutorial uses a Taylor Swift example to demonstrate how to construct a claim, gather supporting evidence, and develop reasoning. Viewers are encouraged to practice these skills to enhance their ability to make informed decisions and evaluate opposing viewpoints.

Why is it important to learn about claim, evidence, and reasoning?

• To be more persuasive and make informed decisions

• To improve your handwriting

• To memorize facts

• To avoid arguments

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What is a claim?

• A random thought

• A fact that needs no support

• A sentence that shows an opinion and can be supported with evidence

• A statement that cannot be argued

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What differentiates a claim from an opinion?

• A claim is always true

• A claim can be supported with evidence

• An opinion is always false

• A claim is a fact

What constitutes evidence?

• Unrelated information

• Random guesses

• Data and facts that support a claim

• Opinions and thoughts

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Why is evidence important in supporting a claim?

• It is not important

• It makes the claim look longer

• It provides a basis for the claim

• It confuses the reader

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What is the role of reasoning in an argument?

• To state the claim again

• To confuse the audience

• To explain the connection between evidence and the claim

• To provide more evidence

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Why should reasoning be stated clearly?

• Because it is optional

• Because it helps others understand your thought process

• Because it is a rule

• Because it makes the argument longer

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In the example, what is the claim about Taylor Swift?

• She is a dancer

• She is the worst singer

• She is the most talented singer-songwriter of our time

• She has never won any awards

What evidence is provided to support the claim about Taylor Swift?

• Her favorite color

• Her birthdate

• The number of awards she has won

• Her height

How does the reasoning connect the evidence to the claim in the Taylor Swift example?

• By repeating the claim

• By providing unrelated facts

• By ignoring the evidence

• By stating that awards equal talent and success