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=Unit Cover Page=


 * Unit Title: Writing for Argument and Analysis Grade Level(s): 9-12**
 * Subject/Topic Area(s): English Language Arts**
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 * =Brief Summary of Unit= ||
 * This unit will cover the general concepts of forming thesis-driven arguments. As we all know, one cannot have a solid argument without having an even stronger thesis. To get the wheels turning, students will start a blog, blogging about various ideas in order firmly grasp the concept of a strong thesis. Then, they will formulate points to further their argument. These points will be put into a logical order, thus making their argument strong and clear. This use of concepts will then be applied to the idea of lobbying for a deceased president's reelection throughout the unit, utilizing various technologies such as the blogs, wikispaces, podcasts, Glogster, a WebQuest, Inspiration software, and then finally, and iMovie. The iMovie will be a two to three minute ad for the deceased president's campaign. The power of argument and debate is a valuable tool in life and student's will thoroughly learn how to defend their ideas in this unit.