A self-assessment helps scholars take ownership of their learning. Using the resource, pupils begin a Writing Improvement Tracker to develop awareness of their writing strengths and challenges. Next, they complete worksheets to plan their argumentative essays based on the novel Lyddie by Katherine Paterson. 

Concepts

argumentative writing, essay writing, the writing process, self assessment

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Find and discuss models of strong argumentative essays 

Classroom Considerations

• Part 16 of 20 consecutive lessons from the Grade 7 ELA Module 2a, Unit 1 series
• Before teaching, make sure students have access to their reflections from Module 1, Unit 3, Lesson 6

Pros

• Provides strategies for meeting diverse learners' instructional needs
• Includes a model essay planner for reference

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.7.1.b W.7.1.c W.7.4