9th Grade Evaluation Interactive Videos

Explore key strategies for evaluating sources by comprehending the origin and intent of information within research. Develop skills for critical examination of content and achieve a nuanced understanding of primary and secondary sources, essential for constructing historical arguments.

Focus on enhancing skills in evaluating the credibility and value of information sources by understanding their origin, purpose, and content. Develop the ability to critically assess both primary and secondary sources, which will strengthen analytical skills in identifying reliable information for research.

Focus on developing the essential skills needed to evaluate source reliability and identify bias in research. Enhance the ability to critically assess information sources by determining their credibility and potential biases to improve research accuracy and objectivity.

Focus on evaluating the arguments of W.E.B. Du Bois, emphasizing understanding principles such as freedom, political power, and education in American history. Develop critical thinking skills by analyzing and assessing the validity of arguments. Gain insights into the historical and cultural contributions of African Americans to society.

Explore the intricacies of logical arguments with a focus on deductive and inductive reasoning. Develop the ability to evaluate the validity and soundness of arguments, enhancing critical thinking and reasoning skills.

Explore various logical fallacies, including hasty generalizations, ad hominem attacks, and appeals to ignorance. Enhance critical thinking skills by identifying common fallacies and improving argumentation abilities.

Understand the fundamentals of logical reasoning by examining fallacies and their impact on the validity of arguments. This study enhances the ability to identify logical errors, fosters critical thinking skills, and improves the integrity of arguments.

Explore the essential concepts of validity and soundness in arguments to develop the ability to distinguish between valid and sound arguments. Understand the implications of these concepts in logical reasoning, enhancing critical thinking skills.

Explore the nuances of logical reasoning by examining various logical fallacies, including appeal to ignorance, composition, division, appeal to pity, and the false dilemma. Gain insight into the formation of these fallacies, learn to identify them in arguments, and enhance critical thinking skills by recognizing flaws in reasoning.

Explore the intricacies of red herring fallacies by learning how irrelevant information can divert attention from the main argument. Develop critical thinking skills by identifying logical errors and analyzing arguments to effectively recognize distractions.

Explore how straw man fallacies occur when arguments are misrepresented or simplified for easy refutation, examining examples such as cell phones in classrooms and the pledge of allegiance. Develop skills to identify distorted arguments and enhance critical thinking, allowing for more logical and reasoned discussions.

Master the art of persuasion by understanding rhetorical appeals such as ethos, logos, and pathos. Learn to identify and apply these techniques to enhance your persuasive arguments and improve the analysis of advertising and communication strategies.

Explore the intricacies of counter-arguments, emphasizing the importance of identifying and addressing counterclaims effectively while avoiding common fallacies such as the straw man fallacy. Develop the ability to construct robust arguments, acknowledge valid points, and enhance critical thinking skills through engaging examples and practical applications.

Focus on honing the ability to critically evaluate online information sources and perspectives. Enhance skills in assessing source authority, recognizing biases, and applying critical thinking to content analysis on the internet.

Explore techniques for interpreting and visualizing data, highlighting the crucial role of context in shaping data perception and understanding. Develop the ability to critically assess statistical data, recognize misleading visualizations, and use lateral reading methods to achieve a thorough comprehension of presented information.

Explore the intricacies of logical fallacies, including common misconceptions like ad hominem and straw man arguments. Enhance critical thinking skills by identifying and understanding various fallacies, improving the ability to evaluate arguments effectively.

Explore ad hominem attacks, a common logical fallacy. Develop the ability to identify these attacks in arguments to enhance critical thinking and analytical skills for more effective evaluation of discussions.

Explore the distinctions between perspective and bias in historical sources to understand how different viewpoints influence the portrayal of events. This exploration fosters the ability to identify and analyze bias, thereby enhancing critical thinking skills in evaluating historical contexts.

Understand the importance of evaluating source credibility using techniques such as lateral reading, with a focus on identifying bias and recognizing authoritative sources. Develop critical media literacy skills to discern trustworthy information and appreciate diverse perspectives.

Explore the intricacies of logical fallacies, particularly Red Herring and Straw Figure fallacies, examining how these techniques can mislead and distort arguments. Develop skills in recognizing and articulating these fallacies, which will improve critical thinking and clarity in argumentation.