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Lifeskills Challenge

Language of Argument and Discussion

Challenge reference: 4881

Notional learning hours  20
Level WTE1
Subject area
Skill
Learning aim

The learner will identify some key features of argument/discussion writing and apply these in their own writing.
Learning context

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Learning outcomes

What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do

The learner will:

  1. Listen and respond to texts in this genre.

  2. Create a short, simple written argument. 

Assessment criteria

What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome

The learner can:

    • Listen to two or three texts in this genre
    • Choose between two different opinions in a debate or discussion
    • Express an opinion
    • Give a simple reason for one opinion
    • Write between three or four sentences expressing an opinion on a topic of personal relevance
    • Give one or two reasons to support an argument
    • Use the word 'because' 
    • Experiment with capital letters and full stops