evidence
facts or examples that support a claim
“Use evidence from the article.”
Using evidence in discussion
Express and support opinions in structured discussions with evidence.
Curriculum preview: original Teacher Grace draft awaiting educator approval. It is usable practice, not official school credit or placement.
Real-life model
Situation
You are an intermediate-high A learner working on using evidence in discussion in the unit "Discussion & Opinion" for college, career, or workplace goals.
Notice the language
In my opinion, ___ because ___. I see your point; however, ___.
Guided practice
Work through using evidence in discussion with extended reading, writing, or discussion tasks as modeled in class.
Apply intermediate-high A skills from Discussion & Opinion in a workplace or academic context.
Vocabulary
qualify
to limit or clarify a statement
“I agree, but I would qualify that view.”
viewpoint
a person's opinion or perspective
“Respect each viewpoint in the group.”
lesson focus: Using evidence
Intermediate-high A focus for Using evidence in discussion
“Use this focus in today's extended task.”
Practice mini-check · not an official score
After studying Using evidence in discussion, what is the best practice step?
Source: Teacher Grace curriculum team — original adult-ESL intermediate-high A draft (not WVOC/DACE/CASAS packet copy).