Notes

"FIRST SLIDE"
lesson 5 (Reading and Writing)
"Formulating Meaningful Counterclaims in
Response to Claims Made in a Text Read".
"SECOND SLIDE"
Counterclaims are just opposite of claims. They provide a contrasting perspective to the main argument. Once the parties have made their claims and counterclaims, they introduce the reasoning behind their arguments, and present evidence to support those claims.
The claim or counterclaim system is used to make points in everything from essays and scientific papers to litigation.
"THIRD SLIDE"
Marsha has made her claim – asking for a company cell phone.
Ralph has made his counterclaim – responding in the negative.
"FOURTH SLIDE"
By being able to locate and provide counterclaims to an argument, you show a deep competence and familiarity with the writer’s topic. It shows that you are examining different perspectives and not just passively accepting the writer’s claims. It shows that you have thoroughly considered the topic and are willing to engage different viewpoints from your own, thus remaining objective. It also helps you clarify what your personal position is on the topic.
"FIVE SLIDE"
"Introducing a counterclaim"
When you introduce the counterclaim, talk about why people believe it
– do not talk about if it is wrong or right.