Ranking LadderDetermining Importance of Ideas

Ranking LadderWhat is it?A ranking ladder is used to determine the importance of ideas.

Ranking LadderWhen is it useful?Use a ranking ladder to…

• clarify the relative importance of ideas or events

• organize the arguments in a persuasive essay or speech • take notes for history or

science

Ranking LadderHow do I make one?1. Draw a ladder. Add labels to

show how you are ranking items. For example, you might rank them by order of importance, strongest to weakest, and so on.

Ranking Ladder

2. Write the title or subject at the top of the ladder. Then write your ideas on each rung of the ladder.

 

How do I make one?

develop physical abilities like speed and agility

learn to cooperate with othersincrease confidence

expand leadership and decision-making skillslearn to handle both success and failuredevelop ability to manage emotions

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