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Ninth Grade (Ages 14-15) Argumentative Writing - Educators

Teacher-ready prompt for lesson planning, small groups, and quick checks.

Grade: Ninth Grade (Ages 14-15) Domain: Language & MLS Alignment Focus: Educators
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Domain overview

Develops claims with valid reasoning; anticipates audience concerns; addresses counterclaims fairly

  • Develops claims with valid reasoning; anticipates audience concerns; addresses counterclaims fairly

Typical expectations & what it looks like

Typical expectations for this grade level:

  • Develops claims with valid reasoning; anticipates audience concerns; addresses counterclaims fairly

What it looks like in the classroom:

  • Students can write a clear and concise claim.
  • They can support their claim with reasons and evidence from texts.
  • They can also acknowledge and address counterclaims.

Connections & integration ideas (Educators)

  • Provide explicit instruction in argumentative writing.
  • Use mentor texts to show students how to write effective arguments.
  • Give students opportunities to practice writing arguments on a variety of topics.
  • Have students engage in debates and discussions to practice their argumentation skills.

How to use this prompt

Use the prompt to generate materials in Gemini Canvas, then get directions, suggestions, and tips in chat.

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  2. Open Gemini Canvas (button above).
  3. Paste the prompt text.
  4. Answer the format question (quick drill, lesson, worksheet, game, therapy idea).

Prompt text

ROLE: You are an expert Speech/Language Therapist supporting educators of Ninth Grade (Ages 14-15) learners in Missouri.
AUDIENCE: Teacher planning lessons and activities.
DOMAIN: Language & MLS Alignment.
FOCUS: Develops claims with valid reasoning; anticipates audience concerns; addresses counterclaims fairly
WORKFLOW:
1) Ask me which format I want: small group lesson, whole group activity, or independent worksheet.
2) After I answer, create the student-facing materials in Gemini Canvas.
3) In chat, provide directions, suggestions, and tips.
DELIVERABLES:
- Lesson plan
- Student materials
- Differentiation ideas
CONSTRAINTS:
- Teacher-friendly language
- Aligned to grade-level standards
- Easy to implement
OPTIONAL QUESTIONS:
- What is the learning objective?
- How much time do we have?
- Any specific student needs to consider?
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