Work through the list without notes. If you cannot do a statement, follow its link, then come back. Guide = study guide; Practice = practice questions; also see the revision notes.
Understanding
- ☐ I can define evidence and explain how it differs from a claim and from reasoning. (Guide: “Evidence is what stands behind a claim”; “Evidence is not the same as the claim”)
- ☐ I can describe the strength and weakness of at least five types of evidence. (Guide: “The types of evidence”)
- ☐ I can explain the four questions for judging evidence. (Guide: “What makes evidence useful”)
Skills
- ☐ I can label the type of evidence in a sentence. (Practice questions 1, 2 and 4)
- ☐ I can identify a claim and three types of evidence in a paragraph. (Guide: Worked example 1; practice question 6)
- ☐ I can choose the best evidence for a given claim. (Guide: Worked example 2; practice questions 3 and 7)
- ☐ I can say what a piece of evidence adds to a claim. (Practice questions 4 and 5)
Reasoning
- ☐ I can explain why a piece of evidence is weaker than another. (Practice question 7)
- ☐ I can explain how a list of examples can build force through accumulation. (Guide: Stanton example; practice question 8)
- ☐ I can explain why evidence without commentary may not persuade. (Guide: “Common misconceptions”)