Understanding the C-E-R Framework

The video tutorial introduces the concept of claims, which are statements that declare something to be true, and explains how they are prevalent in everyday life, such as in social media and advertisements. It then introduces the C-E-R framework, which stands for Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning, as a tool to help students evaluate claims. An example using U.S. voting laws is provided to illustrate the framework. The video concludes with tips for teaching the C-E-R framework, emphasizing the importance of practice and recognizing claims in various media.

What is a claim?

• A suggestion for improvement

• A question that needs an answer

• A statement that declares something to be true

• A statement that is always false

Which of the following is NOT an example of a claim?

• An advertisement

• A video tutorial

• A mathematical equation

• A social media post

What does the 'C' in the C-E-R framework stand for?

• Conclusion

• Content

• Claim

• Context

In the C-E-R framework, what must support a claim?

• Evidence

• Guesses

• Opinions

• Assumptions

What links evidence to a claim in the C-E-R framework?

• Opinions

• Assumptions

• Guesswork

• Reasoning

What is a key component of reasoning in the C-E-R framework?

• Assuming facts

• Guessing

• Logical connection

• Ignoring evidence

What is the claim in the example about U.S. laws?

• Laws are always fair

• Laws are not always fair

• Laws are always changing

• Laws are never fair

Which of the following was used as evidence in the example about U.S. laws?

• Laws that denied African Americans the right to vote until 1870

• Laws that allowed everyone to vote

• Laws that were always fair

• Laws that were never changed

What does fairness mean in the context of the example provided?

• Focusing on similarities

• Ignoring differences

• Treating people equally

• Treating people differently

What is a recommended tool for helping students with the C-E-R framework?

• A group discussion

• A textbook

• An anchor chart

• A video tutorial