Activity You've learned about the types of claims an author can make, as well as how an author supports those claims. In this activity,
you'll use what you've learned to analyze, discuss, and write an essay that defends or challenges the claims an author makes.
Part A
Read “Technology: Using it wisely e." Then analyze the argument by rereading each paragraph and recording your notes
in the table. Remember, to determine the credibility of the details and evidence in the passage, you may need to conduct
research or use your own experience and background knowledge.
Paragraph 1
Claim 1
Evidence and Details
Commentary
Explicit and Implicit
Meanings
Paragraph 2
Claim 2
Evidence and Details
Commentary
Explicit and Implicit
Meanings

In “Technology: Using it Wisely,” the author claims that technology limits children’s brain development and that it negatively impacts the way people exercise.

To support the claim that technology limits children’s “healthy brain development,” the author cites evidence from “scientists and researchers” who state that technology “limits growth and creativity.” The author goes on to say that most computer games and forms of digital entertainment are not “intellectually challenging.” The author also implies that these types of games and entertainment could actually be harmful to childrens’ ability to think creatively.

To support the claim that technology negatively affects the way people exercise, the author provides details in the form of generalizations. For example, the author states that “many people” exercise indoors in gyms. The author goes on to state that people’s bodies are not being properly nourished because they aren’t spending enough time exercising outdoors. Additionally, the author states that a “walk in the woods” or an “open-air run” is vastly more effective than spending time “running on a treadmill.”

I believe the author’s credible evidence related to the first claim that technology limits “growth and creativity” in school-aged children. However, the author doesn’t include any credible evidence to prove that the additional details used to support that first claim are accurate. Personally, I have seen many computer-based activities and games that actually do help students learn new information and skills. The author’s second claim is also not supported by any data or credible evidence, so I find it hard to believe that working out in a gym offers significantly fewer benefits than walking or running outdoors. Therefore, based on the lack of evidence and credible details provided, I disagree with the author’s claims.

Explanation:

actual answer from PLATO

Paragraph 1

Claim 1  Technology defects the creativity and general brain development of children.

Evidence and Details  "many scientists and researchers believe that the use of technology limits the growth of creativity."

Commentary  The evidence shown is reliable as scientists and researchers agree with it.

Explicit and Implicit

Meanings  The author uses explicit meaning.

Paragraph 2

Claim 2  Technology has a negative effect on physical health and exercise.

Evidence and Details  "our bodies, which need fresh air, are further robbed of nourishment in favor of convenience because of technology."

CommentaryThere is no proof that the evidence shown is true so it lacks credibility.

Explicit and Implicit

MeaningsThe author uses explicit meaning.

Explanation:

1) technical language (writen technical volcabulary)

2) ordinary langauge

3) literary language (because it's text with a rich, descriptive vocabulary)

4) scientific texts (includes texts such as medical reports, legal texts, academic journals, etc)

5) informational texts (texts that are used to convey information to readers, such as technical guides, costumer guides, textbooks)

6) poetic texts. because they are essays, short stories, poems, etc.

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