Lesson Plan

Scaffolding for Position Paper: Clarifying Body Paragraphs, Introduction, and Conclusion

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Let's have a talk. Scholars talk through the body paragraphs of their Sustainable Water Management position paper with peers. They take turns explaining their work to one another. They then begin to work independently on the introduction and conclusion for their papers.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Have pupils mark off steps to writing a position paper as they complete them
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson 3 of 10 in Grade 7 ELA Module 4B, Unit 3
  • Must complete lessons in order
Pros
  • Gives teacher notes with considerations for the lessons, including changing the order of activities in the lesson
  • Offers ideas for meeting the needs of struggling learners
Cons
  • None
Common Core