Distinguishing fact from opinion

Distinguishing fact from opinion and recognizing when they are well reasoned and well supported are important skills in critical thinking and in reading. Learn how to evaluate when the writer presents weak or strong opinions based on evidence.

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[matthewgregory]

Fact: I am paying hundreds of dollars for an online class that links me to these free youtube videos :/

[adra]

You have a gift explaining difficult topics in an easy way and with simple examples. Thank you!

[islombekabdullaev]

We sometimes might be deluded by opinions taking them instead of facts, but after watching this video I am fully aware of the difference between facts and opinions. Now, I can firmly say that facts are based on objectivity and verifiability whereas opinions come from subjectivity and judgements. Thank you, teacher, for that piece of knowledge. I've subscribed to your channel.

[YellowpowR]

Oh my gosh, thank you so much for this video! This is the first video I came across answering this question that doesn't primarily focus on politics, or is necessarily targeted entirely towards kids.

[hulksunil]

This guy cleared up my mind so well about this stuff.

[joao_guitarrist]

Im Brazilian, i learned english by videogames, YouTube videos, but I never crossed paths with those videos, I wish I did, these lessons are good for learning english and to get good at discussing something, +1 subscriber, thanks 🥰

[cyprienmihigo]

Excellent: Your teaching design is well set for all intellectual levels. It is not only very explicit, but very well organized. Plz keep up the incredible work.
I could not find part2 though, I can't wait to watch it as well.

[billperryman]

This kind of video should be spread widely...especially to those who worship those social media outlets which carry the opinions of those whose 'authority' was acquired 'by hook and by crook' and hold cringeworthy press conferences. But that's just my opinion.

[lisabrown]

These mini-lessons are life savers! More, please and thank you!

[maiahadi]

As compliant to my writing course I watched this and other SNAP videos as part of my assignment. I enjoy them very much. Franco is a good presenter.

[kenziee]

My English teacher forwarded this so we have a reviewer for our quiz. Thanks alot!

[buddhaneosiddhananda]

We need ALL the information to get the right understanding... leave no stone unturned... keep seeking truth... intuition is infallible... you can verify truth only by intuition... the truth shall set you free...😇😇

[Th_WiseWolf]

You are a great help in this era of Online Schooling!

[Queens]

want to. Understand most important to least important 😢😢btw this video was actually so so helpful..❤From Pakistan🇵🇰🇵🇰

[kem]

Wish I had Dr. Franco for a professor. That's a fact based on my what I learned from the content in these videos and able to apply them to accomplish my writing tasks. Also, read with a critical mind when examing articles going forward with confidence. Therefore, my opinion is he is a great Instructor.

[johnrainsman]

The title speaks to me. It reminds me of my boss's opinion about me, where she thinks I can't do a shift by myself, when she doesn't even know that for a fact. What do you think? Is it wrong to use your opinion to stop something from happening--especially because you don't believe in someone--when your prediction is based on your opinion, not fact?

[MrKlemczak]

Wow, amazing. Facts!!!! Creators should watch this video to understand what facts are.

[kristinewood]

I love this. I've been researching fact vs opinion (vs belief) for my students. I teach ESL adults, so a simple video for kids hasn't satisfied my adult, critical thinking students (they are learning a new language, but often NOT new to critical thinking). However, this conversation is never-ending! My biggest question is this, because we soo quickly reach this issue. What happens (ex, in media when the FACTS are changed? Yes, research, research, research. But what "life-long learner" plan do we share for moving forward with this issue? Yep, I know this is a big one...(& I have thoughts...)

[nenestoudemire]

great explaining we need more teachers like you

[theresaivy]

If it comes out of my mouth then it's a fact. All others are just offering their opinions. Simple. Btw, I love this channel and that's a fact.