Question: 7pt. - Write an argumentative essay to justify whether or not technology in the classroom gets in the way of learning.
Support your claim using evidence from the texts, " Plugged in, but Tuned Out: The Influence of Ear Buds."
Be sure to include:
Effectively introduces claim(s)
• Uses an organizational strategy to present reasons and relevant evidence
logically
• Supports claim(s) with clear reasons and relevant evidence using specific,
well-chosen facts, details, or other information from credible sources and
demonstrates a good understanding of the topic or texts
• Acknowledges and counters opposing claim(s), as appropriate
• Uses words, phrases, and/or clauses that effectively connect and show
direct, strong relationships among claim(s), reasons, and evidence
• Establishes and maintains a formal style that is appropriate for the task,
purpose, and audience
• Provides a strong concluding statement or section that logically follows
from the argument presented
• Effectively varies sentence patterns for meaning, reader/listener interest,
and style
• Shows command of language and conventions when writing
• Any errors in usage and conventions do not interfere with meaning