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37. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1.B
37.1 Supporting Claims With Credible Evidence
Chapter 37.1
Master the Art of Supporting Claims with Credible Evidence
You will learn to strengthen your arguments with trustworthy sources and reliable evidence that convinces readers and builds powerful persuasive writing.
What You'll Learn
You identify credible sources like government agencies and experts
You distinguish reliable evidence from personal opinions and bias
You connect evidence to claims through clear logical reasoning
You evaluate source trustworthiness using specific credibility criteria
What You'll Practice
1
You analyze scenarios requiring credible evidence for persuasive arguments
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You identify most trustworthy sources from multiple information options
3
You evaluate evidence strength for school and community proposals
Why This Matters
You need this skill to write convincing arguments that people trust and respect, whether for school assignments, college applications, or important life decisions.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Credible Evidence
Source Evaluation
Persuasive Writing
Research Skills
Critical Thinking
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