Question

which statement would be an effective conclusion for the evaluation of an article on the potential threat technology?
finally, wilsons article argues that technology is detrimental to learning because fewer students are reading for pleasure.
i agree with wilsons argument. when i stopped watching videos on my phone, my grades went up, so technology must make it more difficult to learn.
wilsons article states that computers, tablets, and smartphones should not be allowed in the classroom because these devices distract students.
therefore, wilsons argument that technology makes it more difficult for students to concentrate is thoroughly researched and provides ample supporting evidence.

Explanation:

To be an effective conclusion for evaluating an article, it should summarize the article's main argument and assess its validity (e.g., if it's well - researched with evidence).

• Option A just restates the article's argument, not evaluating it.
• Option B uses a personal anecdote, which is not a strong evaluative conclusion for an article's evaluation.
• Option C restates a claim from the article, not evaluating the article's argument as a whole.
• Option D summarizes the article's main argument (technology makes it hard for students to concentrate) and evaluates it as thoroughly researched with ample evidence, which is what an effective evaluative conclusion should do.

Answer:

D. Therefore, Wilson's argument that technology makes it more difficult for students to concentrate is thoroughly researched and provides ample supporting evidence.