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Toulmin Method

Definition of the Toulmin Method

Why Use the Toulmin Method?

Parts of an Argument

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

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