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Format:

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an argumentative essay
B
a personal narrative
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Audience:

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classroom teacher
B
general audience
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Purpose:

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to argue and persuade
B
to analyze
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Topic:

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taking an online class
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classroom and online learning
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Which detail could be used to support an argument for online learning?

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Online learners performed better than students who took classes in person.
B
Online students spent less time on task.
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What would be the best citation for an argument in favor of online learning?

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According to the US Department of Education, “online and face-to-face conditions generally differed on multiple dimensions” (Evaluation xiv).
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According to the US Department of Education, “students in online conditions performed modestly better, on average, than those learning the same material through traditional face-to-face instruction” (Evaluation xiv).
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Which statements are supported by the article and reinforce an argument for online learning?

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Online learning can lower the dropout rate.
B
Online learning can provide an alternative to high school enrollment.
C
Online learning prevents students from being disruptive.
D
Online learning draws new students.
E
Online learning can lead to increased state funding.
F
Online learning boosts SAT scores.
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Which citation would best support an argument in favor of online learning?

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Many schools are finding that “online learning [is] a so-called ‘disruptive innovation’” (Bushweller S3).
B
A Detroit study showed that a virtual program “has helped draw in new students, increasing enrollment and the state funding that follows students” (Bushweller S3).
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According to this source, what are drawbacks to online learning? Check all that apply.

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Virtual schools are growing quickly.
B
Not all students can take online classes.
C
Someone needs to make sure that students are doing their work.
D
Internet connections are unreliable.
E
Learning coaches provide greater equality.
F
Some students do better in classrooms.
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Teachers may lose their jobs.
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What is the best citation for an argument that online learning is not ideal for all students?

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One argument is that “an adult must stay with a child during the day and make sure they’re doing their work” (Gutske S10).
B
Some argue that “teacher’s unions are concerned that virtual schools could reduce enrollment in regular schools, and that they would lose jobs as a result” (Gutske S10).
C
According to Christina Martin, “some students do better in a classroom setting” (Gutske S10).
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Will you argue for or against online learning in your essay?

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for online learning
B
against online learning
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Which detail does not support online learning?

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Face-to-face instruction is not as effective as online instruction.
B
Student performance is not based solely on the medium of instruction.
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Which of the following elements does your thesis statement include? Check any of the boxes that apply.

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My thesis statement clarifies the topic.
B
My thesis statement states my viewpoint; it explains which side of the argument I support.
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My thesis statement is focused and clearly makes a claim.

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