Exploring the CER Method for Question Responses

The video tutorial explains the CER method, which stands for Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning. It guides viewers on how to construct a complete and clear answer by making a specific claim, supporting it with credible evidence, and connecting the two with logical reasoning. The tutorial uses a breakfast example to illustrate how to apply CER effectively in writing.

What does CER stand for?

• Claim, Evidence, Reasoning

• Claim, Explanation, Research

• Claim, Explanation, Reasoning

• Claim, Evidence, Research

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Why is it important to include the question in your answer?

• To make the answer longer

• To make the answer more interesting

• To ensure you are answering the correct question

• To confuse the reader

What makes a statement a strong claim?

• It is a vague statement

• It is a simple statement

• It is a statement that can be proven

• It is a question

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What types of sources can be used as evidence?

• Only observations

• Only research

• Only personal experience

• Personal experience, observations, research, or something read

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Why is it important to cite your evidence?

• To make your answer more interesting

• To confuse the reader

• To show where your information comes from

• To make your answer longer

What is a credible source?

• A source that is easy to find

• A source that is old

• A source that is trustworthy

• A source that is popular

Why is it important to explain your evidence?

• To make your answer more interesting

• To confuse the reader

• To ensure the reader understands how it supports your claim

• To make your answer longer

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What should a good breakfast provide according to the example?

• Neither taste nor health benefits

• Both taste and health benefits

• Only health benefits

• Only taste

What is the final step in the CER process?

• Making a claim

• Providing evidence

• Citing your sources

• Explaining your reasoning

How can using CER improve your writing?

• By making it shorter

• By making it more complete and detailed

• By making it more confusing

• By making it longer