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Using Toulmin’s Argument Pattern in the evaluation of argumentation in school science

Simon, Shirley (2008) Using Toulmin’s Argument Pattern in the evaluation of argumentation in school science. International Journal of Research & Method in Education, 31 (3). pp. 277-289. ISSN 1743-727X print; 1743-7288 online

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Abstract

Toulmin's definition of argument has been used by researchers as a theoretical perspective on argument and as a methodological tool for analysing episodes of oral argumentation. An adaptation of Toulmin's framework used by researchers has informed a professional development programme for teachers. Research on the impact of the programme on pedagogic practice shows that Toulmin-based materials are advantageous in helping teachers to conceptualise argument and model it for students. However focus on the process of argumentation limits any consideration of the content and quality of evidence. Toulmin's framework can also be used to evaluate student outcomes when using argumentation software.

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Additional Information: This is an electronic version of an article published in Simon, Shirley (2008) Using Toulmin’s Argument Pattern in the evaluation of argumentation in school science. International Journal of Research & Method in Education, 31 (3). pp. 277-289. journal]. International Journal of Research & Method in Education is available online at: http://www.informaworld.com/10.1080/17437270802417176
Subjects: Departments > Geography, Enterprise, Mathematics and Science
Depositing User: IOE Repository Editor (2)
Date Deposited: 21 Oct 2009 15:51
Last Modified: 26 Jun 2012 22:23
URI: http://eprints.ioe.ac.uk/id/eprint/651

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