CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1 - Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.a - Introduce claim(s), acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.b - Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.c - Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.d - Establish and maintain a formal style.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1.e - Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.

 
Authors: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers

Title: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1 Write Arguments To Support Claims With Clear Reasons... Writing - 8th Grade English Language Arts Common Core State Standards

Publisher: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers, Washington D.C.

Copyright Date: 2010

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