Toulmin Model of Argumentation as a framework for structuring scientific argumentation in science classrooms.¶
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Evidence · 1 claim (1 for) · 1 study (1 causal),q3· 0 of 1 report an effect size · 1 claim rests on one study
Description¶
The Toulmin Model of Argumentation (Toulmin, 1958) explains the basic constituents of argumentation and their functional relations. Three major constituents are grounds, warrant and claim, supported by three additional elements: backing, rebuttal and qualifiers. The model is used in many fields of study, including science courses for the analysis of discussions, and in this study all argumentation activities were based on the Toulmin model.
Design Implications¶
Context¶
Requirements¶
- Activities must be structured so students present claims supported by grounds, warrants and justifications
Constraints¶
Target Learners¶
- eighth-grade students
Learning Goals¶
- scientific argumentation skills
- understanding relationship among evidence, claims and justifications
Claims¶
- Argument structure training increased students' self-reported confidence with the Toulmin model [+W]
Related Designs¶
- Toulmin's Argumentation Pattern as the framework for classroom argumentation activities
- Epistemologically Enriched Toulmin Argumentation Model (EETAM)
Examples¶
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Key Sources¶
- Balci, C. & Yenice, N. (2016). Effects of the scientific argumentation based learning process on teaching the unit of cell division and inheritance to eighth grade students. Journal of Education in Science, Environment and Health (JESEH), 2(1), 67-84. https://www.jeseh.net
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Toulmin Model of Argumentation as a framework for structuring scientific argumentation in science classrooms. |
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The Toulmin Model of Argumentation (Toulmin, 1958) explains the basic constituents of argumentation and their functional relations. |
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