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Toulmin terms

This guide explores essential terms from Toulmin's Argumentation Model, including claim, qualifiers, reasons, warrant, backing, evidence, authority, concession, and rebuttal. Each term is clearly defined and illustrated with practical examples. Memory tricks are also provided for easier recall: for instance, associate "claim" with "clam" (as in a pearl) and "rebuttal" with "rebuke." This resource is perfect for students and anyone looking to enhance their understanding of argumentation and persuasive writing.

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Toulmin terms

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  1. Pre-test Toulmin terms

  2. Define the following terms • Claim • Qualifiers • Reasons • Warrant • Backing • Evidence • Authority • Concession • Rebuttal

  3. Go over correct definitions • Claim- a statement that asserts a belief or truth/ most claims require supporting evidence • Qualifiers- words or phrases that limit the scope of a claim • Reasons- statement that expands a claim by offering evidence to support it • Warrant- the statement that establishes the logical connection between a claim and its supporting reason (claim: don’t eat mushrooms /reason: it’s poisonous /warrant: What is poisonous shouldn’t be eaten) • Backing- evidence provided to support a warrant • Evidence- material offered to support an argument • Authority- person knowledgeable is his/her content area • Concession- the act of yielding or conceding to a demand • Rebuttal- potential objections to an argument

  4. Now for the Memory tricks- Tool man • Think of a memory trick for each term (5 min) • Share with the whole class

  5. Here are mine • Claim- clam (pearl) • Qualifier- • Reasons- recess • Warrant- Warren “I can’t marry u bc…” • Backing- back spotter warrant • Evidence- backs argument • Authority- • Concession- • Rebuttal- rebuke, object is a “but!”

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