Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) (01/09)

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A claim is ______________________________.

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a statement or conclusion that answers the original question or problem

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Evidence is

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Scientific data that supports the claim

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Reasoning is __________________.

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A justification that connects the evidence to the claim

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Students should not be required to do community service.

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Claim statement

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When you are using your 5 senses to gather facts and information, you are...

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Making observations

Front

What does the "R" stand for in "CER?"

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reasoning

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What does the "E" stand for in "CER?"

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evidence

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What does the letter "C" stand for in "CER?"

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claim

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What is an example of a claim?

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Ms. De La Torre's favorite season is Fall.

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What is an example of evidence?

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Football players are 33% more likely to get injured than baseball players.