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Point-Counterpoint Lesson Plan

Guiding Question  

  • How can opposing viewpoints be critically evaluated to inform understanding?

Objectives 

  • I can summarize, compare, and evaluate two claims.

Directions: Complete the graphic organizer as you read the point and counterpoint essays.

Point

The Issue on the Table

Counterpoint

Summarize in your own words:

 

 

Select and record the sentence(s) that best demonstrate the point of view of this claim:

Summarize in your own words:

 

 

Select and record the sentence(s) that best demonstrate the point of view of this claim:

Reflection Questions:

  • Compare the two arguments. To what extent do these claims support or oppose each other?
  • Which argument do you find more convincing? Explain what led you to this point of view.
  • What questions are you left with, or what other relevant details could you add to either claim?

Student Handouts