Humans vs. Machines
Hard Work vs. Talent
It's not news that automated machines are replacing humans in several ways. There are many situations in which speed and efficiency are important to a company's success. But where does that leave the workers being replaced? Are these robotic substitutes helping to increase productivity or are they harming the workforce?

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For this assignment, you will take a position on whether or not machines are beneficial in replacing human workers..
There are people who are born with talent. They can make a goal, paint a masterpiece, or play an instrument with little to no practice. Others work hard their entire lives to become really good at something. Some believe that natural talent will take you a long way. Opponents believe that hard work is the key to success, no matter the talent someone has.

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For this assignment, you will take a position on whether hard work or talent results in greater success.


Part 2: Complete the Argumentative Writing Planner below. You must use the sources that are provided on this worksheet.


My Responses
Topic:
Humans vs Machines
Hard Work vs. Talent
Which topic did you choose? Humans vs Machines or Hard Work vs. Talent
Humans vs Machines
Pick a side
Which side of the topic did you take?
(ex: On the side of humans or on the side of talent, etc.):
Which side of the topic did you take?
Machines
Claim: State your position on the topic in one clear sentence.Do not use an “I” or “I believe” statement.
Example Claim: Virtual schooling is more beneficial than face-to-face classrooms.
Your claim: Make sure your claim answers the question: "Are machines helping to increase productivity or are they harming the workforce?" or "Does hard work or talent result in greater success?" Machines help military forces a 10 times faster, like tracking satellites or defusing bombs.


Reason #1
What is a reason for this claim that is supported with evidence from THESE sources.
Reason to support the claim (in your OWN words):
Machines or robots help the military by defusing bombs and reducing the risks of humans.
Evidence 1 & Source
Use evidence HERE
Do NOT copy/paste a wall of text. Evidence should be no more than 2 sentences!
Evidence 1 (quote or paraphrase from HERE) that supports the reason:
Title of source: Source:
Author of source:
Evidence 2 & Source
Use evidence HERE
Do NOT copy/paste a wall of text. Evidence should be no more than 2 sentences!
Evidence 2 (quote or paraphrase from HERE) that supports the reason:

Title of source:
Author of source:
Connection / Elaboration Statement:
Connect the evidence back to the reason and claim in your OWN words.


Reason #2
What is ANOTHER reason for this claim that is supported with evidence from THESE sources?
Your reason 2 MUST be different from reason 1.
Reason to support the claim (in your OWN words):


Evidence 1 & Source
Use evidence HERE
Do NOT copy/paste a wall of text. Evidence should be no more than 2 sentences!
Evidence 1 (quote or paraphrase from HERE) that supports the reason:

Title of source:
Author of source:
Evidence 2 & Source
Use evidence HERE
Do NOT copy/paste a wall of text. Evidence should be no more than 2 sentences!
Evidence 2 (quote or paraphrase from HERE) that supports your reason:

Title of source:
Author of source:
Connection / Elaboration Statement:
Connect the evidence back to the reason and claim in your OWN words.



The Counterclaim
Write 1 clear sentence on what the opposing side might believe.
Ex: Some argue that virtual learning is bad for social skills.
The Counterclaim:


Evidence that supports Counterclaim
Use evidence HERE
Do NOT copy/paste a wall of text. Evidence should be no more than 2 sentences!
Evidence supporting counterclaim: (quote or paraphrase from HERE)

Title of source:
Author of source:
My Rebuttal
Explain why the counterclaim incorrect in 1 clear sentence

Ex: While traditional schools do have more social time, virtual schooling offers many opportunities to build meaningful social skills.



Evidence for Rebuttal
Evidence (quote or paraphrase from HERE) that supports your rebuttal:


Title of source:
Author of source: