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The video introduces the concept of formulating claims (of fact, policy, and value), which is a crucial skill for writing argumentative essays. A claim is presented as a clear assertion of a person's ideas or opinions, used to convince or persuade readers. An example is given regarding marine mammals in captivity, where the claim is that they have a right to their natural environment.
Claims of fact are those that can be proven or disproven with factual evidence. They are debatable yet verifiable. An example given is about the 2020 national budget boosting the economy through infrastructural projects, which can be verified after implementation. Another example focuses on Makati City's ability to implement better projects, which can also be proven or disproven with evidence.
Claims of value assert whether something is good or bad, or if one idea is better than another. Unlike claims of fact, they center on subjective judgment (good or bad) and are debatable because people have different opinions. An example states that taking vitamins is better than eating fruits and vegetables for boosting the immune system, which is a debatable value judgment. Another example discusses the preference for a work-from-home scheme, valuing family time, which is also a personal value judgment.
Claims of policy support an action that should or should not be taken to address a case or policy. They suggest how to address a situation. An example suggests that a city's health department should learn from other cities to combat COVID-19. Another example advises enrolling in personality development classes to improve public speaking skills, indicating an action that should be carried out.
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