CRSS.ELAR.6.B
Formulate and defend a position with support synthesized from multiple texts.
College Readiness and Study Skills · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
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positionsupportmultiple texts
Skills
- formulate (a position based on reading multiple texts) #dok3
- defend (a position using synthesized support) #dok4
- synthesize (evidence from multiple texts) #dok3
- cite (textual evidence as support) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify relevant information from multiple texts to support an argument. #dok2
- I can synthesize information from multiple sources to form a well-founded position. #dok3
- I can formulate a clear and defensible position on a topic using evidence from different texts. #dok3
- I can defend my position with synthesized support by clearly explaining and justifying my reasoning. #dok4
Big Ideas
- Synthesizing information from multiple texts strengthens the support for a position.
- Formulating and defending a position requires clear reasoning and well-chosen textual evidence.
Essential Questions
- How can information from different texts be combined to support an argument?
- What strategies help you effectively defend a position using evidence from multiple sources?
- How does synthesizing support from various texts enhance your ability to formulate a strong position?
- What makes evidence effective when defending a position?
- How can you evaluate the quality of your support from multiple texts?