Evidence-Based Responses

Evidence-based responses support claims with evidence from a variety of sources including texts – print and digital – listening, viewing and observing. Providing sufficient relevant detail is an important consideration when aligning to the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts/Literacy (CCSS for ELA/Literacy).

These resources, developed in Maine and by others outside the state, are provided as a courtesy to schools and districts implementing the CCSS for ELA/Literacy and are not an endorsement of any one method or approach.

• Literacy Links—February 2013 Edition. This Maine Department of Education newsletter focuses on evidence-based responses and writing from sources.
• Hunt Video—Writing to Inform & Make Arguments. A short video from the Hunt Institute.
• Teaching Channel Videos on Writing From Textual Evidence:
  • Getting Ready to Write: Citing Textual Evidence
  • Analyzing Texts: Brainstorm Before Writing
• Achieve the Core Tools:
  • Evidence Guide for Planning & Practice
  • Writing Section