TN English III
Logic Standards

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Language Arts Curriculum Standards 3003 - English III	Internet Resources
Checks for Understanding (Formative/Summative Assessment) 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.5 | 5.6 | 5.7 | 5.8 | 5.9
Describe the structure of a multi-faceted argument with an unstated main claim and explicit or implicit premises. 3003.5.1	Identifying premises - multiple choice quiz; Identify whether the premises in the following arguments provide linked support or independent support Identifying premises - true or false quiz -
Evaluate the relevance, quality, and sufficiency of evidence used to support or oppose an argument. 3003.5.2	The Art of Argument and Persuasion - lesson plan - understanding the forces that shape their ideas and opinions, and work in reshaping their arguments so that truth and reason are evident. Components of an Argument - outline format of structure of argument with definitions Identifying and Formulating Arguments - article with examples and explanations Persuasive Arguments - lesson plan - Each group member is given an argument and presents it to group members to discuss and generate ideas for persuasion. Students then independently write argument, defending their position. Premise and Conclusion Indicator Words - Words that introduce or appear in an argument premise Self Test on Logic Concepts - quiz with answers
Identify established methods (e.g., scientific, historical) used to distinguish between factual claims and opinions. 3003.5.3
Distinguish between evidence which is directly stated and evidence which is implied within an argument. 3003.5.4	Drawing Inferences - how to be a critical reader How are They Selling It? - students read three advertisements and evaluate the type of persuasive writing being employed Inference Notes - Use this diagram to help interpret inferences. Making Inferences and Drawing Conclusions - descriptions of the various ways to aid you in reaching a conclusion Rules of Inference - Lesson discussing the rules of inference.
Identify false premises and explain the role they play in argumentation. 3003.5.5
Analyze common logical fallacies (e.g., the appeal to pity, the personal attack, the appeal to common opinion, and the false dilemma). 3003.5.6	The Concept of Validity - mini lesson Don't Throw Away That Junk Mail! - lesson plan; students to identify all the techniques used in junk mail to attract and hold the reader's attention that they can think of. Invalid (false premises, true conclusion) - easy to understand explanation Logical Fallacies - article with examples - Fallacies can be either illegitimate arguments or irrelevant points, and are often identified because they lack evidence that supports their claim Some Common Fallacies - brief list of some of the more common fallacies, along with illustrations of them Rear Window - label the specific form of reasoning, or the specific fallacy in each of the instances below Top 20 Logical Fallacies - definitions and explanations from The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe
Explain and the differences among evidence, inferences, assumptions, and claims in argumentation (e.g., explain and evaluate op-eds, commercials, political cartoons, philosophical arguments). 3003.5.7	Drawing Inferences - how to be a critical reader How are They Selling It? - students read three advertisements and evaluate the type of persuasive writing being employed Inference Notes - Use this diagram to help interpret inferences. Making Inferences and Drawing Conclusions - descriptions of the various ways to aid you in reaching a conclusion Rules of Inference - Lesson discussing the rules of inference.
Analyze and explain how a variety of logical arguments reach different and possibly conflicting conclusions on the same topic. 3003.5.8
Identify and analyze the stylistic and rhetorical devices that are used to persuade in written and oral communication. Recognize that these devices accompany arguments but are not necessarily logically connected to them (e.g., loaded terms, caricature, leading questions, false assumptions). 3003.5.9
State Performance Indicators 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.5
Identify the rhetorical devices used in constructing an argument. SPI 3003.5.1
Identify the logical fallacy (i.e., the appeal to pity, the personal attach, the appeal to common opinion, the false dilemma) of a given argument. SPI 3003.5.2	The Concept of Validity - mini lesson Don't Throw Away That Junk Mail! - lesson plan; students to identify all the techniques used in junk mail to attract and hold the reader's attention that they can think of. Invalid (false premises, true conclusion) - easy to understand explanation Logical Fallacies - article with examples - Fallacies can be either illegitimate arguments or irrelevant points, and are often identified because they lack evidence that supports their claim Some Common Fallacies - brief list of some of the more common fallacies, along with illustrations of them Top 20 Logical Fallacies - definitions and explanations from The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe
Differentiate between the implied and stated evidence of a given argument. SPI 3003.5.3	Analyzing Political Ads - Students will view current political ads and learn how they make use of various commercial ad appeals. Students will also develop familiarity with basic videography terms. Affluenza: A PBS Program - Lessons such as "Be an Adbuster!" and "What are Advertisers Selling?" are based on Affluenza, a one-hour television special that explores the high social and environmental costs of materialism and over consumption. The lessons can be used without the video. Drawing Inferences - how to be a critical reader How are They Selling It? - students read three advertisements and evaluate the type of persuasive writing being employed Making Inferences and Drawing Conclusions - descriptions of the various ways to aid you in reaching a conclusion Online Lesson Plan - GI's, Gals & Gardens - This lesson introduces students to the power of propaganda Text Types - Online game helping learn about the different text types such as persuasion, informative, descriptive, or instructive.
Identify a statement that reveals the writer’s biases, assumptions, or values within a writing sample. SPI 3003.5.4	'Bursting' Stereotypes - Balloons serve as a conduit in this lesson in which students "burst" stereotypes that unfairly label individuals or groups. Censorship in the Classroom - Lesson plan with handouts Evaluating Media for Bias - A checklist when using media in the classroom Holiday Stereotyping - Lesson Plan with handouts Native Americans - EdSITEment Lesson plan Promoting Diversity in the Classroom and School Library through Social Action - lesson plan - students use their findings to promote diversity by creating paired books or text sets that match stereotypical portrayals with balanced and diverse texts. Stereotyping and Bias: The Three Little Pigs - lesson plan - This lesson helps students recognize and understand stereotyping and bias in literature and film by looking at representations of wolves Understanding stereotypes - lesson plan - categorizing things or people is a natural human inclination; however, people often make assumptions about groups of people they don't even know Using Picture Books to Explore Identity, Stereotyping, and Discrimination - Lesson plan with handouts.
Select a rebuttal statement that best refutes the writer’s viewpoint. SPI 3003.5.5
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