The goals of Session 1 include:

A. Establish a shared definition of argumentation

B. Identify and analyze different approaches to an argument

1.1. Introduction: What is a mathematical argument?

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1.2. Argumentation Activity: Getting to Know You

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Argumentation Activity: Please also download the worksheet (in word or pdf)

1.3. Direct Debriefing on Argumentation Activity: Commentaries on Micah, Angel, & Roland

Click on the links below to hear commentary on each student sample.

• Debriefing on Micah (1:30)
• Debriefing on Angel (1:27)
• Debriefing on Roland (1:27)
• Summary Comments (1:40)

 

1.4. Part 1 Wrap-Up and Take Aways

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This video summarizes key points from Session 1 of these self-paced learning modules.

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