HS ELA Guide

●​ False assumptions ●​ Loaded terms ●​ Note-taking ●​ Sarcasm

ELA Connecting Standards Writing

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of complex topics or texts, using logical reasoning and relevant, su ffi cient evidence, and provide a conclusion that follows from and supports the argument presented. 4. Conduct research projects to craft an argument, answer a question, or provide an analysis. Essential Questions ●​ How does debating ensure a democratic society? End of Unit Writing Competency Example Compete in Congressional Debate (CON), Lincoln-Douglas Debate (LD), Policy Debate (CX), Public Forum Debate (PF) events. Scaffolding in Action Skill Building ●​ UDCA Congress Resources (templates, rubrics) ●​ UDCA Policy Rubric

●​ UDCA Public Forum Rubric ●​ UDCA Lincoln-Douglas Rubric

Language Expectations for Multilingual Learners

Multilingual Learners will construct arguments that: ●​ Introduce and develop precise claims and address counterclaims through … ○​ Declarative statements to frame topic, provide

background information, state claim, and acknowledge counterclaim.

Source: WIDA English Language Development Standards Framework, 2020 Edition

Essential Vocabulary ●​ Current events ●​ Political atmosphere ●​ Domestic and foreign policy ●​ Economic policy ●​ Social change ●​ Stock issues ●​ Harm ●​ Inherency ●​ Significance

●​ Central Idea ●​ Discrepancies in content ●​ Explanation for action or events ●​ Points of view ●​ Specialized vocabulary

●​ Affirmative ●​ Closing ●​ Constructive

●​ Cross examination ●​ Direct examination ●​ Negative ●​ Rebuttal ●​ Opening ●​ Burden of proof ●​ Claim

●​ Textual evidence ●​ Causal arguments ●​ Logical fallacies ●​ Source validity ●​ Status Quo ●​ Paradigm ●​ Games player

●​ Solvency ●​ Topicality ●​ Flow

●​ Counter plans ●​ Presumption ●​ Resolution ●​ Stock issues ●​ Warrant

●​ Policymaker ●​ Tabula rasa

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Jun 2, 2025