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Types of Assertion according to Degree of Certainty

1. Fact - this is a statement that can be proven objectively by direct experience, testimonies of witnesses, verified observations, or the results of research.

Example: Online learning became popular in the early 2000s.

2. Convention - a way in which something is done, similar to traditions and norms. It can be verified only by reference to historical precedent, customs, laws, rules and even common usage.

Example: Online learning is classified as both synchronous and asynchronous.

3. Opinion - it is based on facts but is difficult to objectively verify because of the uncertainty of producing satisfactory proofs of soundness.

Example: For me, online learning is better now than it ever was because of Covid-19.

4. Preference - it is based on personal choice; therefore, they are subjective and cannot be objectively proven or logically attacked. Expressions like ‘I want’, ‘I like’, and ‘I would rather do this’ are used in this type of assertion.

Example: Online learning is one of the most preferred methods of teaching because of the pandemic.

• Textual Evidence

Evidence/Support used to support an argument/position, and is derived from reading and drawing from other text. It is provided in the form of quotation, paraphrase, descriptions of theory and description. Its importance is in the details, and in paying attention to the details in words and intent.