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ERIC Number: EJ1451210
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024-Dec
Pages: 5
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-0033-6882
EISSN: EISSN-1745-526X
English as a Foreign Language Learners' Guide to Argument-Counterargument Skills: ProCon.org
Yan Zhang
RELC Journal: A Journal of Language Teaching and Research, v55 n3 p860-864 2024
A well-written argumentative essay requires a thorough analysis of the topic with sufficient supporting evidence. However, obtaining information on the topic, summarizing the reading materials, and then presenting them in the form of an argumentative essay can be a challenging task, especially for English as a foreign language (EFL) learners. ProCon.org offers pro and con arguments on over 100 controversial topics. The webpage features a balanced pro/con format that is easy to read and emphasizes the importance of considering both sides of a topic in argumentative writing. Although the website is not intended specifically for writing courses, it is a valuable resource for EFL learners who wish to enhance their argumentative skills and for teachers who wish to incorporate critical thinking into their writing courses. This technology review covers the content of the website and tips for self-study, as well as pedagogical applications.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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