Question

reflection + independent cer

1. what makes a strong cer different from a weak or mid one?
2. how does using multiple pieces of evidence make a cer stronger?
3. which cer example (from any set) is closest to how you write right now?
4. what is one way you can improve your cer writing?
5. highlight the claim in yellow, the evidence in green, and the reasoning in blue in the mini cers below.

mini cer 1
plant a grew taller than plant b. plant a reached a greater height, had more leaves, and its stem was thicker. this means it grew better, but i don’t really know the reason why.

mini cer 2
plant a grew taller than plant b. plant a grew more centimeters, its leaves were larger, and it lasted longer without wilting. this suggests it grew taller because it had more sunlight, which helped it grow more.

mini cer 3
plant a grew taller than plant b. plant a measured taller each week, its leaves spread out more, and its stem stayed strong. this proves it grew taller because it got more sunlight for photosynthesis, which made it healthier.

Explanation:

1. A strong CER has clear, well - supported claim, ample evidence, and logical reasoning.
2. Multiple evidence strengthens by providing more support.
3. Varies by individual.
4. Practice logical connections.
5. Mini CER 1: Claim - Plant A grew taller. Evidence - Height, leaves, stem. No clear reasoning. Mini CER 2: Claim - Plant A grew taller. Evidence - Growth, leaves, wilting. Reasoning - More sunlight. Mini CER 3: Claim - Plant A grew taller. Evidence - Weekly height, leaves, stem. Reasoning - Sunlight for photosynthesis.

Answer:

1. Clear claim, ample evidence, logical reasoning.
2. Provides more support.
3. Depends on individual.
4. Practice logical connections.
5. See above analysis for highlighting details.