Researching to Persuade: Creating a Balanced Argument
Gather information that enables you to show both sides of the topic. Consider the author's bias when selecting articles. If you offer only one side of your argument, you will not be persuasive to the audience during your presentation. Use the platforms linked below to find information on both sides of an issue.
Note: Use the Database Passwords to view from home.
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Use this time to search the Internet for additional information about your topic. As with the example text set, you may want to look at Tweets, News Broadcasts, Videos, Graphics, etc. You are welcome to look at the United Nations sustainable development goals website, used during your exploration, too! Remember to evaluate what you read for Credibility, Accuracy, Reliability, and Timeliness (the date); scrutinize the information and determine how the author might be biased in presenting her / his perspective on the topic.
Talk with classmates and your teacher about your thinking thus far. Share insights, questions, dilemmas, and breakthroughs about this process. What have you learned? Where are your challenges? What is your plan, moving forward?
