AP Seminar Vocab 3

Argument

A claim or thesis that conveys a perspective developed through a line of reasoning and supported by evidence

Commentary

 Discussion and analysis of evidence in relation to the claim which may identify patterns, describe trends, and/or explain relationships

Complex Issue

Issue involving many facets or perspectives that must be understood in order to address it.

Concession

Acknowledgment and acceptance of an opposing or different view

Deductive

a type of reasoning that constructs general propositions that are supported with evidence or cases

Inquiry

A process for seeking truth, information, or knowledge through a study, research investigation, or artistic endeavor/work

interdisciplinary

 involving two or more areas of knowledge

Lens

Filter through which an issue or topic is considered or examined

Line of reaoning

Arrangement of claims and evidence that leads to a conclusion

Qualitative

having to do with text, narrative, or descriptions

Quantitative

having to do with numbers, amounts, or quantities

Refutation

Disproving an opposing perspective by providing counterclaims or counterevidence

Resolution

the act of solving a problem or dispute

Scaffolding

the provision of temporary structured support for students to aid skill development.

Sequencing

-the organization of curriculum content into an order which progresses from simple to more complex

Text

something composed (e.g., articles; research studies; foundational, literary, and philosophical texts; speeches, broadcasts, and personal accounts; artistic works and performances) that conveys a perspective and can be examined.

Vocal variety

 changing vocal characteristics (e.g. pitch, volume, speed) in order to emphasize ideas, convey emotion or opinion, or achieve other specific purposes.