8.SS.29.E
Formulate and communicate visually, orally, or in writing a claim supported by evidence and reasoning related to a social studies topic.
Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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claimevidencereasoningsocial studies topic
Skills
- formulate (a claim related to a social studies topic) #dok3
- communicate (a claim visually, orally, or in writing) #dok2
- support (a claim with evidence and reasoning) #dok3
- select (relevant evidence for a claim) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify a social studies topic for investigation. #dok1
- I can select evidence relevant to a social studies claim. #dok2
- I can communicate a claim about a social studies topic in writing, visually, or orally. #dok2
- I can support a claim with appropriate evidence and reasoning. #dok3
- I can formulate a clear and concise claim related to a social studies topic. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Making and defending claims is essential to understanding and communicating about historical and social studies topics.
- Effective use of evidence and reasoning strengthens the credibility and persuasiveness of social studies arguments.
Essential Questions
- What makes a claim in social studies strong and effective?
- How can evidence and reasoning be used to support a claim about a social studies topic?
- Why is it important to communicate claims in different formats (visual, oral, written)?
- How do I determine which evidence best supports my claim?
- In what ways can reasoning connect evidence to a claim to make an argument convincing?