Introduction
Definition of the Toulmin Method
Why Use the Toulmin Method?
Parts of an Argument
The Claim
The Reasons
The Evidence
Anticipated Objections and Rebuttal
Drawing Conclusions
Toulmin Worksheet
Toulmin Demonstration
Read Example Student Argument
Analyze the Claim
Analyze the Reasons
Analyze the Evidence
Analyze the Anticipated Objections and Rebuttal
Draw Conclusions from a Toulmin Analysis