Syllogisms, deductive validity, and the principles of inductive probability for evaluating evidence-based claims. Targets common logical fallacies and the construction of sound, persuasive arguments.
A comprehensive 5-day unit plan for teachers, detailing hooks, activities, and closing strategies for an introductory speech and debate unit.
A comparison guide and cheat sheet for students detailing the differences between Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum debate formats.
A research guide and worksheet for students, focusing on evidence evaluation (CRAAP test) and research strategies for debate.
A student worksheet exploring logical reasoning, syllogisms, and common logical fallacies used in speech and debate.
A student worksheet focusing on the Claim-Warrant-Data model of argumentation, including deconstruction and creation exercises.
A professional rubric for evaluating speech and debate presentations, focusing on non-verbal communication, logic, and impact.
A visually engaging slide deck teaching the fundamentals of stage presence, including body language, eye contact, and vocal variety.
A combined student worksheet and glossary for the first day of a Speech and Debate unit, focusing on presentation skills and foundational terminology.
A summative assessment material for the Gauntlet Challenge, featuring chained inferences, a logic grid puzzle, and a systems design section for original student-created logic traps.
A presentation slide deck for the summative assessment, covering chained analogies, deductive chains, and final mission directives.
A teacher guide for the summative assessment lesson, featuring "Escape Room" logic puzzles and LSAT-style game structures.
A student worksheet for identifying and analyzing logical fallacies in real-world analogies, featuring "Forensic Report" cases and logic breach checklists.
A presentation slide deck on detecting logical fallacies, covering spurious correlation and false equivalence with visual scale and bridge metaphors.
A teacher guide for detecting logical fallacies in analogies, focusing on spurious correlations, false equivalence, and media literacy.
A student project sheet for designing a logic algorithm and flowchart to solve complex analogies, featuring pseudo-code sections and diagramming space.
A presentation slide deck on algorithmic thinking with analogies, introducing the use of "IF/THEN" scripts and flowcharts to solve for unknown terms.
A teacher guide for integrating algorithmic thinking with vocabulary, featuring a "Human Computer" activity and instructions for writing logic scripts.
A student activity sheet for diagramming spatial and temporal analogies using vectors, timelines, and gradients to visualize logical relationships.
A presentation slide deck on spatial and temporal analogies, using visual vectors and timelines to explain relationships like elevation, sequence, and duration.
A teacher's facilitation guide for teaching spatial and temporal analogies, featuring a kinesthetic "Analogy Maze" hook and vector mapping strategies.
A climate-themed practice worksheet for analyzing author's purpose, audience, and message in short environmental excerpts. Features expanded work areas for handwriting and a clear checklist for self-assessment.
A revised teacher facilitation guide focused on TEKS E2.8A, providing slide-by-slide facilitation strategies, discussion prompts, and an analytical "Deductive Search" framework for teaching purpose, audience, and message. Revised with a global warming theme.
A climate-themed 9-slide presentation focused on TEKS E2.8A. Uses global warming examples and nature-inspired aesthetics to teach students how to analyze purpose, audience, and message. Revised to use "Bottom Line" and "Main Claim" instead of "Ultimatum".
A student worksheet for Act 1, Scene 4 focusing on Romeo's premonition and the theme of fate. Analyzes his "fearful dream" and the decision to enter the party.
A student worksheet for Act 1, Scene 4 focusing on Mercutio's Queen Mab speech. Analyzes the shift from whimsical to dark imagery and the theme of dreams vs. reality.
A teacher-facing guide providing an answer key and instructional tips for the Scene 1.3 worksheets. Includes analysis of Lady Capulet's book metaphor, the Nurse as a foil, and Juliet's initial obedience.
A student worksheet for Act 1, Scene 3 focusing on Juliet's initial stance on marriage and obedience. Analyzes her famous "look to like" speech and the theme of Individual vs. Society.
A student worksheet for Act 1, Scene 3 focusing on the foil between Lady Capulet and the Nurse. Analyzes their different motivations and views on love and marriage.
A student worksheet for Act 1, Scene 3 focusing on Lady Capulet's extended metaphor of Paris as a book. Analyzes the role of women and the nature of marriage in Verona.
A teacher-facing guide providing an answer key and instructional tips for the Scene 1.2 worksheets. Includes analysis of Count Paris, the "Lucky Mistake" encounter, and thematic development.
A student worksheet for Act 1, Scene 2 focusing on the theme of Youth vs. Age. Analyzes the debate over Juliet's readiness for marriage.
A student worksheet for Act 1, Scene 2 focusing on figurative language (swan vs. crow, earth-treading stars). Includes comparisons to Romeo's earlier poetic style.
A student worksheet for Act 1, Scene 2 focusing on the theme of fate vs. free will through the encounter with the illiterate servant. Includes "No Fear" style probability analysis.
A student worksheet for Act 1, Scene 2 focusing on the motivation of Paris and Lord Capulet. Includes original vs. modern translation comparisons.
A teacher-facing guide providing an answer key and instructional tips for all four Romeo and Juliet worksheets in the Star Crossed Study lesson, specifically focused on the Prologue and Act 1, Scene 1.
A student worksheet focusing on the themes and social dynamics introduced in Act 1, Scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet. Analyzes the Prince's speech and the "Love vs. Hate" binary.
A revised student worksheet focusing on the use of figurative language in Act 1, Scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet. Analyzes Romeo's oxymorons and the "smoke of sighs" metaphors used to describe his unrequited love for Rosaline.
A revised student worksheet focusing on the theme of fate vs. free will in the Prologue and Act 1, Scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet. Analyzes the inevitability of the "ancient grudge."
A revised student worksheet focusing on character motivation and conflict specifically in Act 1, Scene 1. Analyzes the differences between the servants, Benvolio, and Tybalt during the street brawl.
A tiered evaluation rubric for the mixed-grade (9th-11th) persuasive writing lesson. Differentiates between foundational requirements for all students and advanced rhetorical criteria for older or more experienced students. Removed technical reference codes.
A comprehensive set of guided notes designed for students to follow along with the OSAS ELA Test Prep slides, specifically focusing on multiple-choice strategies. It includes fill-in-the-blank sections for key definitions, graphic organizers for text structures, and a practice checkpoint section.
A professional newsroom-themed rubric for peer evaluation of screencasts, featuring SIFT-based scoring metrics and a final unit reflection page for students to synthesize their media literacy growth.
A visually engaging presentation deck for the RumorBuster showcase, featuring newsroom protocols, a SIFT review checklist, and reflection prompts to guide the viewing and peer feedback process.
A comprehensive teacher facilitation guide for the RumorBuster presentation day, including a detailed instructional timeline, tech checklist, discussion prompts, and differentiation strategies to ensure a professional newsroom atmosphere.
An instructional guide for teachers providing tips on lesson implementation, topic suggestions, and a breakdown of the CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) framework for students.
A structured essay planning worksheet designed to guide students through a three-paragraph science connection essay using the CER (Claims, Evidence, Reasoning) framework.
A comprehensive rubric for evaluating a three-paragraph science essay. It includes specific criteria for scientific accuracy, organization, CER (Claims, Evidence, Reasoning), and writing mechanics, featuring a clean 'Science Reporter' aesthetic.
An advanced slide deck for 11th-grade students focusing on evidence synthesis, the Toulmin model's "Warrant," and sophisticated concession/refutation techniques.
The teacher's answer key for the advanced Argument Architect handout, featuring high-level concept definitions and sophisticated grading criteria for 11th-grade students.
An advanced-level guided notes and practice handout for 11th-grade students focusing on evidence synthesis, warrants, and strategic concessions in argumentative writing.
A continuous flow version of the Gatsby Chapter 4 assignment. It removes large gaps and page breaks to allow all sections (Vocabulary, General Concepts, Flag Check, and Advice Letter) to flow together in a cohesive 1-2 page document.
A comprehensive teacher guide for facilitating the 'Gatsby Red Flags' lesson with Level 1 ELL students. Includes scaffolding strategies, pacing suggestions, discussion prompts, and an answer key for the Gatsby action analysis.
A 7-slide introductory presentation for Gatsby Chapter 4 analysis. Designed for ELL Level 1, it uses high-contrast visuals to define 'Red Flags' and 'Green Flags', provides simple definitions for romance vs. obsession, and illustrates Gatsby's actions with prompts for discussion and a concluding advice-giving activity.
A revised 3-page ELL Level 1 worksheet for Gatsby Chapter 4. It consolidates vocabulary and general concepts onto Page 1, features the Flag Check on Page 2, and concludes with the Advice to Nick writing extension on Page 3. Vocab sizes have been reduced for a more compact look.
A 15-question multiple-choice assessment and short constructed response focusing on Eric Schlosser's rhetorical strategies and argument in 'Food Product Design.'
A comprehensive teacher's lesson plan for Eric Schlosser's 'Food Product Design,' including learning objectives, pacing, and differentiation strategies.
A teacher's guide for the Respectful Rhetoric lesson, including objectives, pacing, material implementation strategies, and Socratic questioning prompts.
A visual slide deck introducing the concepts of respect and civility, exploring gray areas in communication, and guiding students through the essay blueprinting process.
An essay planning worksheet that guides students through selecting a scenario, drafting a thesis statement, organizing three main reasons, and addressing counter-arguments.
A set of 6 printable scenario cards featuring diverse conflicts regarding respect, each including a specific "Writing Challenge" to serve as an essay prompt.
