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Toulmin Model
Toulmin Model
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English
11th Grade
01/04/2009

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Toulmin Model - Claim
Definition
The conclusion or main point being argued.
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Toulmin Model - Qualifier
Definition
Degree to which your claim extends; the limit of the conclusion; stated as "probably", etc.
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Toulmin Model - Data
Definition
The evidence supporting the claim. Also called reasons.
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Toulmin Model - Grounds
Definition
Facts, further data, other evidence, chains of reasons used to support the data
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Toulmin Model - Warrant
Definition
Fundamental value or belief that is shared by writer/speaker and audience. Connects data and claim by explaining the unstated assumptions behind the claim.
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Toulmin Model - Backing
Definition
The facts, data, other evidence, chains or reasons, etc. used to support the warrant.
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Toulmin Model - Rebuttal
Definition
Certain conditions or limitations placed on the claim. Acknowledge that objections may be raised to your argument and attempts to answer them.
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What is the order of the toulmin model from left to right?
Definition
Left: Data
Middle: since-Warrant, because-Backing
Right: Qualifier
Further right: Claim
between right and further right: unless, Rebuttal
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