Developing Argumentative Writing

Date: Thursday, May 14, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. EST
Instructors: Betsy MacDermott- Duffy, MsEd and Jill Fedele, MsEd
Grades: 4 – 9
Location: Hybrid
Price: $ 120.00
Credentials: 2 Approved CTLE Hours

Description: 

Help your students write with confidence, clarity, and conviction! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll walk away with a toolkit of proven frameworks — including CER, RACES/Double RACES, and “They Say, I Say” — along with ready-to-use graphic organizers and strategies for teaching strong thesis development, evidence selection, and effective transitions. Designed for grades 4–9, this workshop equips you with practical techniques to help students structure logical, persuasive arguments grounded in credible evidence across multiple texts. Earn 3 approved CTLE hours while transforming the way your students approach argumentative writing — from planning to polished composition.

Key Learning Objectives:

• identify the structure and necessary components of argumentative compositions
• utilize graphic organizers and outlines to plan and organize information
• gain various techniques for effective thesis and claim statements
• learn to identify and incorporate relevant evidence effectively into writing
• incorporate precise vocabulary and transitions to strengthen claims
• explore various frameworks like CER, RACES/Double RACEs, and “They say, I say”