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Author Point of View, Bias, and Fact vs. Opinion (Grades 6–8)

6th Grade · Social Studies · US-IA-SS

10 lessons

Goal

Identify author point of view, loaded language, and bias, distinguishing facts from opinions and reasoned judgments.

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  5. Distinguishing Facts, Opinions, and Reasoned JudgmentsNot started yet
  6. Evaluating an Author's Claim and Supporting ReasoningNot started yet
  7. Identifying Propaganda Techniques in Historical BroadsidesNot started yet
  8. Assessing Reasoned Judgments in Editorial and Policy WritingNot started yet
  9. Comparing Opposing Perspectives on the Same Historical EventNot started yet
  10. Evaluating Author Credibility in Digital Social Studies TextsNot started yet
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Learning standards covered

usRH.6-8.6Common Core State Standards · Ela · 6th Grade

Identify aspects of a text that reveal an author’s point of view or purpose (e.g., loaded language, inclusion or avoidance of particular facts).

Open Global Standard:OGE.7.RI.4OGE.8.RI.6OGE.9.RI.5
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