Mastering Essay and Argumentation

          Module 1: Foundations of Essay Writing

Section 1: Essay Purpose and Audience
- Lesson 1: What is an Essay?
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 What is an Essay?
- Lesson 2: Identifying Your Audience
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Identifying Your Audience

Section 2: Essay Structure Basics
- Lesson 1: Understanding Introduction, Body, and Conclusion
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Understanding Introduction, Body, and Conclusion
- Lesson 2: Organizing Ideas Logically
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Organizing Ideas Logically

Section 3: Thesis Statements
- Lesson 1: Defining a Thesis Statement
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Defining a Thesis Statement
- Lesson 2: Crafting a Clear Thesis
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Crafting a Clear Thesis

Section 4: Paragraph Development
- Lesson 1: Writing Effective Topic Sentences
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Writing Effective Topic Sentences
- Lesson 2: Using Supporting Details
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Using Supporting Details

Section 5: Drafting Techniques
- Lesson 1: Brainstorming and Outlining
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Brainstorming and Outlining
- Lesson 2: First Draft Strategies
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 First Draft Strategies


Module 2: Fundamentals of Argumentation

Section 1: Introduction to Argumentative Writing
- Lesson 1: What is Argumentative Writing?
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 What is Argumentative Writing?
- Lesson 2: Comparing Essays and Arguments
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Comparing Essays and Arguments

Section 2: Identifying Claims and Evidence
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Claims in Texts
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Recognizing Claims in Texts
- Lesson 2: Types of Supporting Evidence
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Types of Supporting Evidence

Section 3: Logical Reasoning Fundamentals
- Lesson 1: Basics of Logical Reasoning
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Basics of Logical Reasoning
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Common Logical Fallacies
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Recognizing Common Logical Fallacies

Section 4: Building Coherent Arguments
- Lesson 1: Organizing Arguments Effectively
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Organizing Arguments Effectively
- Lesson 2: Connecting Claims and Evidence
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Connecting Claims and Evidence

Section 5: Understanding Counterarguments
- Lesson 1: What is a Counterargument?
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 What is a Counterargument?
- Lesson 2: Incorporating Counterarguments into Your Writing
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Incorporating Counterarguments into Your Writing


Module 3: Research Skills for Essays

Section 1: Introduction to Research
- Lesson 1: The Role of Research in Essay Writing
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 The Role of Research in Essay Writing
- Lesson 2: Finding Reliable Sources
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Finding Reliable Sources

Section 2: Note Taking Techniques
- Lesson 1: Effective Note-Taking Strategies
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Effective Note-Taking Strategies
- Lesson 2: Organizing Your Research Notes
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Organizing Your Research Notes

Section 3: Summarizing and Paraphrasing
- Lesson 1: Basics of Summarization
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Basics of Summarization
- Lesson 2: Paraphrasing Techniques
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Paraphrasing Techniques

Section 4: Integrating Evidence 
- Lesson 1: How to Cite Sources
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 How to Cite Sources
- Lesson 2: Incorporating Quotes and Data
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Incorporating Quotes and Data

Section 5: Evaluating Information
- Lesson 1: Assessing Source Credibility
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Assessing Source Credibility
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Bias and Reliability
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Recognizing Bias and Reliability


Module 4: Crafting Persuasive Essays

Section 1: Persuasion Techniques
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Persuasive Writing
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Introduction to Persuasive Writing
- Lesson 2: Understanding Persuasive Tone and Style
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Understanding Persuasive Tone and Style

Section 2: Essay Organization for Persuasion
- Lesson 1: Structuring a Persuasive Essay
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Structuring a Persuasive Essay
- Lesson 2: Crafting Smooth Transitions
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Crafting Smooth Transitions

Section 3: Writing with Clarity and Impact
- Lesson 1: Techniques for Clear Writing
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Techniques for Clear Writing
- Lesson 2: Avoiding Ambiguity and Complexity
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Avoiding Ambiguity and Complexity

Section 4: Crafting Introductions and Conclusions
- Lesson 1: Writing Engaging Introductions
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Writing Engaging Introductions
- Lesson 2: Concluding with Impact
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Concluding with Impact

Section 5: Revising and Editing Your Work
- Lesson 1: Self-Editing Strategies
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Self-Editing Strategies
- Lesson 2: Peer Review and Constructive Feedback
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Peer Review and Constructive Feedback


Module 5: Interactive Debates and Critique

Section 1: Introduction to Debating
- Lesson 1: Basics of Debate Structure
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Basics of Debate Structure
- Lesson 2: Roles and Responsibilities in a Debate
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Roles and Responsibilities in a Debate

Section 2: Preparing for a Debate
- Lesson 1: Developing Your Argument
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Developing Your Argument
- Lesson 2: Conducting Effective Research for Debates
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Conducting Effective Research for Debates

Section 3: Presenting Your Argument
- Lesson 1: Public Speaking Basics
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Public Speaking Basics
- Lesson 2: Persuasive Presentation Techniques
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Persuasive Presentation Techniques

Section 4: Critical Listening and Analysis
- Lesson 1: Active Listening Skills in Debates
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Active Listening Skills in Debates
- Lesson 2: Evaluating Opposing Arguments
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Evaluating Opposing Arguments

Section 5: Reflecting and Providing Feedback
- Lesson 1: Strategies for Constructive Critique
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Strategies for Constructive Critique
- Lesson 2: Reflecting on Performance to Improve
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Reflecting on Performance to Improve