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This study delves into the dynamics of disagreements by analyzing interactions in various scenarios and discussing differing viewpoints with supporting evidence through philosophical chairs, promoting understanding and effective communication. Understand how people handle disagreements differently and the impact on communication. Develop argumentative writing skills by defending opinions with evidence and counterarguments.
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Exploring My Opinion Objective: To set a context for the study of thematic concepts in TKMB by defending and discussing opinions with supporting evidence by conducting philosophical chairs
Quickwrite • When you have a disagreement with a friend, how does it sound? What does it look like? Who gets to talk and when? Who gets to have the last word? • What about: • a disagreement between a teacher • a debate between presidential candidates • a conflict between coworkers
Reflect • How do people handle disagreements or arguments differently? Why might this be a problem when communicating differences?
Anticipation Guide • Think about the first statement and whether you agree or disagree • Explain why you believe this statement to be accurate or inaccurate • Give a specific example for support and clarification • Move to the side of the room you most affiliate with (no fence sitters) • You may change sides during the discussion
Protocol for Discussion • Move to the side of the room agree most with • Huddle and share your rationale and evidence • One speaker at a time • You will not be able to speak again until three other people have shared • Wait to be called on • Do not speak over other students
Protocol for Discussion • Paraphrase and be respectful • While you believe…have you considered… • Your perspective is… • Despite… • I reject…because • I’m aware that… • Furthermore… or However… • Corresponding with… • Contradictory to…
Argumentative Writing Prompt • On a separate sheet of paper write an essay in which you support your position and understanding on one of the statements discussed. • Hook the reader by providing background information and your understanding of the statement • State your claim clearly so that the reader understands your position on the statement • Evidence/Support/Rationale—Be sure to provide an example from your own experience and an example from the discussion. • Counterclaim states why somebody disagrees with your and may provide an example • Refutation should explain why the counterclaim is incorrect or should not be accepted. • Call to action or conclusion should ask the reader to think, believe, or act or consider the position you have presented.