This packet includes teacher and student information on the "Claim, Evidence, Reasoning" writing process for the science classroom.
Use this to help your students become better writers in the science classroom. If you are struggling with your students supporting or providing evidence in their scientific conclusions - this is a great method to use.
It ties into the Common Core --
WHST.6‐8.1. Write arguments focused on discipline‐specific content.
• Introduce claim(s) about a topic or issue, acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.
• Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant, accurate data and evidence that demonstrate an understanding of the topic or text, using credible sources.
• Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
• Establish and maintain a formal style.
• Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
It includes background information for the teacher as well as practice worksheets for students.