{"id":5290,"date":"2022-04-05T23:37:25","date_gmt":"2022-04-05T23:37:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/englishcomp1\/?post_type=chapter&#038;p=5290"},"modified":"2025-03-26T21:23:57","modified_gmt":"2025-03-26T21:23:57","slug":"module-3-discussion-take-a-stance","status":"web-only","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/englishcomp1\/chapter\/module-3-discussion-take-a-stance\/","title":{"raw":"Module 3 Discussion: Take a Stance","rendered":"Module 3 Discussion: Take a Stance"},"content":{"raw":"<p data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"573\">In this module, you learned about the basics of essay-writing\u2014finding thesis statements, organizing paragraphs, and supporting claims. While organizing your thoughts into a structured argument may feel awkward at first, you already do it naturally in conversations.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"824\">Think about the last time you were in a heated discussion. How did you defend your point of view? Did you provide examples, facts, or personal experiences? Did you appeal to logic (logos), emotions (pathos), credibility (ethos), or a mix of these?<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"993\">In this discussion, you will take a stance on a real-world issue, support your argument with reasoning and evidence, and engage with others in thoughtful discussion.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"993\">Discussion Instructions<\/h2>\r\n<strong>STEP 1<\/strong>: Pick\u00a0<strong>ONE<\/strong>\u00a0of the following questions to post about. Click on the link and read all of the corresponding background information about it from\u00a0<em>The New York Times,\u00a0<\/em>including the questions at the bottom of the page.\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2019\/03\/08\/learning\/should-kids-be-social-media-influencers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Should Kids Be Social Media Influencers?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2019\/11\/25\/learning\/should-texting-while-driving-be-treated-like-drunken-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Should Texting While Driving Be Treated Like Drunken Driving?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2025\/01\/30\/learning\/should-sports-be-a-college-major.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Should \u2018Sports\u2019 Be a College Major?<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2025\/01\/14\/learning\/should-social-media-companies-be-responsible-for-fact-checking-their-sites.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Should Social Media Companies Be Responsible for Fact-Checking Their Sites?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<strong>STEP\u00a0<\/strong><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>2<\/strong>: Post<\/span>\u00a0your reply (in at least 250 words) in the discussion forum. Your post should include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>A thesis statement that clearly states your position.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1774\">At least two pieces of supporting evidence (facts, research, personal experience, or logical reasoning) as to why you feel the way you do.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1774\">An explanation of how your evidence strengthens your argument.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1774\">Consideration of an opposing viewpoint and why your perspective is stronger.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nShow that you can think critically on the topic by integrating your own thoughts, analysis, or experiences.\r\n<p class=\"p2\"><b>STEP 3<\/b>: Respond to two classmates' posts (in at least 75 words each). Beyond simply agreeing or disagreeing with their stance, engage thoughtfully by doing one or more of the following:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"328\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"139\">Extend their point with new evidence, examples, or perspectives.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"230\">Bring up\u00a0a counterpoint, exception, or challenging question.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"328\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Offer a new approach or highlight an overlooked factor.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nAim for meaningful discussion\u2014your response should show that you are thinking critically about their perspective, not just restating or summarizing their ideas.\r\n<p class=\"p3\"><span style=\"color: #077fab; font-size: 1.15em; font-weight: 600;\">Rubric<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<table><caption>Sample Grading Rubric<\/caption>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Criteria<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Proficient<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Developing<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Not Evident<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Points<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Follows prompt directions<\/td>\r\n<td>Follows the prompt instructions.<\/td>\r\n<td>Somewhat follows the prompt instructions. Examples may incomplete.<\/td>\r\n<td>Does not follow the instructions.<\/td>\r\n<td>__\/10<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Responds to peers<\/td>\r\n<td>Response is engaged with peer's post. Posts on time.<\/td>\r\n<td>Response is somewhat engaged with peer's post. Post is short and\/or late.<\/td>\r\n<td>Does not follow the instructions.<\/td>\r\n<td>__\/10<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th colspan=\"4\" scope=\"row\"><strong>Total:<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<td>__\/20<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>","rendered":"<p data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"573\">In this module, you learned about the basics of essay-writing\u2014finding thesis statements, organizing paragraphs, and supporting claims. While organizing your thoughts into a structured argument may feel awkward at first, you already do it naturally in conversations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"824\">Think about the last time you were in a heated discussion. How did you defend your point of view? Did you provide examples, facts, or personal experiences? Did you appeal to logic (logos), emotions (pathos), credibility (ethos), or a mix of these?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"993\">In this discussion, you will take a stance on a real-world issue, support your argument with reasoning and evidence, and engage with others in thoughtful discussion.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"993\">Discussion Instructions<\/h2>\n<p><strong>STEP 1<\/strong>: Pick\u00a0<strong>ONE<\/strong>\u00a0of the following questions to post about. Click on the link and read all of the corresponding background information about it from\u00a0<em>The New York Times,\u00a0<\/em>including the questions at the bottom of the page.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2019\/03\/08\/learning\/should-kids-be-social-media-influencers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Should Kids Be Social Media Influencers?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2019\/11\/25\/learning\/should-texting-while-driving-be-treated-like-drunken-driving.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Should Texting While Driving Be Treated Like Drunken Driving?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2025\/01\/30\/learning\/should-sports-be-a-college-major.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Should \u2018Sports\u2019 Be a College Major?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2025\/01\/14\/learning\/should-social-media-companies-be-responsible-for-fact-checking-their-sites.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Should Social Media Companies Be Responsible for Fact-Checking Their Sites?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>STEP\u00a0<\/strong><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>2<\/strong>: Post<\/span>\u00a0your reply (in at least 250 words) in the discussion forum. Your post should include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A thesis statement that clearly states your position.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1774\">At least two pieces of supporting evidence (facts, research, personal experience, or logical reasoning) as to why you feel the way you do.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1774\">An explanation of how your evidence strengthens your argument.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1774\">Consideration of an opposing viewpoint and why your perspective is stronger.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Show that you can think critically on the topic by integrating your own thoughts, analysis, or experiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><b>STEP 3<\/b>: Respond to two classmates&#8217; posts (in at least 75 words each). Beyond simply agreeing or disagreeing with their stance, engage thoughtfully by doing one or more of the following:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"328\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"139\">Extend their point with new evidence, examples, or perspectives.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"230\">Bring up\u00a0a counterpoint, exception, or challenging question.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"328\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Offer a new approach or highlight an overlooked factor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Aim for meaningful discussion\u2014your response should show that you are thinking critically about their perspective, not just restating or summarizing their ideas.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span style=\"color: #077fab; font-size: 1.15em; font-weight: 600;\">Rubric<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<caption>Sample Grading Rubric<\/caption>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Criteria<\/strong><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Proficient<\/strong><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Developing<\/strong><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Not Evident<\/strong><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\"><strong>Points<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Follows prompt directions<\/td>\n<td>Follows the prompt instructions.<\/td>\n<td>Somewhat follows the prompt instructions. 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