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Agenda NoteHW: Write a letter to

Mr. Jackson or Ms. Avent explaining a

change that you wish to see at SMS.

Using the topic of bullying, write an example of ethical

(right/morals), logical (facts), and emotional (feelings) appeal.

Today’s Agenda Warm Up

Quiz Review (First Period Complete)

Argument Terms Matching (Partners)

Persuasive Techniques Guided Notes

HOMEWORK Write a letter to Mr. Jackson or Ms. Avent

expressing one rule or procedure that you feel should be changed here at Stewart Middle School. You must clearly state

your claim. You must include at least two reasons, two types of evidence and two

types of appeals in your writing.

…More on Persuasive Techniques

This week you will be introduced to several more persuasive techniques to include in your writing.

You will need to use these techniques in the persuasive essay that you will begin writing this week.

Guided Notes: http://my.hrw.com/la_2010/na_lit//

nsmedia/levelup/ms_index.html

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Agenda NoteStudy Notes

Name one topic that you feel is worth arguing. In at least two

sentences explain why this topic is important to you. Is this topic a

debatable issue?

Quiz Review1. Read over the terms and

examples in each bag.2. Arrange the examples to match

their appropriate terms. 3. Be prepared to explain your

answers.

Letter to Mr. Jackson/Ms. AventAnnotating Key

= Claim

Underline = Reasons

= 2 Pieces of Evidence (Statistic, Quote, Anecdote)

= Persuasive Techniques (Emotional, Logical, Ethical)

Oops, I don’t have my homework

You must do the homework, while the other students complete the brief peer

edit. You will not receive full credit for the homework assignment. You will not

receive credit for the peer edit process.

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Agenda NotePrewrite ideas for persuasive essay.

1. What are the elements of an argument?

2. What are some persuasive techniques?

3. How can you use them in your writing?

…More on Persuasive Techniques

This week you will be introduced to several more persuasive techniques to include in your writing.

You will need to use these techniques in the persuasive essay that you will begin writing this week.

Guided Notes: http://my.hrw.com/la_2010/na_lit//

nsmedia/levelup/ms_index.html

Warm UpDefinitions Terms1.Technique used to make audience feel sorry for the subject.

A. Ethical Appeal

2. Appeals to an audience’s pride in their appearance and status.

B. Loaded Language

3. You must fight for your country it is your responsibility to do so! This is an example of which type of appeal.

C. Testimonial

4. “Beautiful! Wonderful! Refreshing! -AquaFresh Spring Water

D. Appeal to pity

5. Appeal to authority, or the use of celebrities to persuade.

E. Appeal to vanity/Snob Appeal

Stop Point First Period- Finish Notes Second Period- Commercials/Picket Signs Fourth Period- Commercials/Picket Signs Fifth Period- Picket Signs Sixth Period- Picket Signs

Name that Appeal Technique

1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgIZHvMWVao

2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KReGP2uW5yg

3. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdcfmoC89Tk

4. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTFg-M1Ur6U

5. http://vimeo.com/38807556

More appeals… http://

www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9Rd-xQgU-g

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcurLz9BW3k

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GM2C0fiZcp8

Stand Up For What You Believe!

Picket Sign

Today you will be developing a picket sign. The picket sign will help you

build your argument for the persuasive essay that you are going to write. You will have to include all

of the information we’ve been talking about in your writing. You must follow

all of the steps in the picket sign to make sure that you the information

you have included is correct. This is a project grade, and you must do your very best work. Use your time wisely.

Be creative.

1. Share your topic with classmates.

2. Explain why you’ve chosen this topic.

3. Ask your classmates for 3 ideas that you can include in your writing about your topic.

Warm UpIn many ways, wearing uniforms can be beneficial for students. Students will remain focused on education instead of appearance if they were required to wear a standard uniform daily. 68% of students at Bilmore Middle School reported being teased because of what they had on in school. Many students even reported that they bought a certain brand of shoes because everyone else wanted them. Are you serious? Since when has it become cool to be a follower? Parents must do better in raising children who resist such negative pressures. Some students may say that wearing uniforms does not allow them to express themselves creatively; however, I would advise those students to hear the cries of my fellow classmates who are bullied everyday because their parents can’t afford the latest trends. Are you more concerned about being cool or about being focused, smart, and successful?

Warm Up Terms Claim Reason Evidence Rhetorical Question Counterargument Ethical Appeal Emotional Appeal Bandwagon Loaded Language

Warm UpViolent music has negative effects and deadly consequences on teenagers today. Teens are exposed entirely too soon to subjects such as drugs, violence, and offensive language. Do you hear all of the ways that rappers and rock stars refer to women? Would you allow someone to speak to your mother that way? Studies show that teens who listen to inappropriate music are much more likely to imitate the things that they hear in the songs. How tremendously sad is it that students today idolize and look up to people who care nothing about the impression they have on innocent children. For example, even rapper 2 Chainz admit that his music is not for teens. He says “it is not my responsibility to raise your children. I can only raise mine, and they don’t listen to my music.” Although teens suggest that they listen to such music for pure entertainment, but it is not entertaining at all to smoke, drink, or curse when you can do so much more with your life. There is a need for parents to step up and monitor what their kids play, watch, and listen to before it is too late. What will you make of your life?

Warm Up Terms Claim Reason Evidence: Quotation Rhetorical Questions Counterargument Ethical Appeal Logical Appeal Emotional Appeal Loaded Language Testimonial

Stations for Writing Ideas Style Organization Grammar/Conventions

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Claim(My position/opinion)

3 Reasons(Why do I feel this way?)

3 Types of Evidence(Statistic, Fact, Anecdote,

Example, Quote)

Emotional Appeal(Convince audience through

feelings)Logical Appeal

(Convince audience with facts)

Ethical Appeal(Convince audience with

right versus wrong)Testimonial (celebrity)

Bandwagon (everyone else is)

Snob Appeal (status, appearance)

Counterargument(Address opposing

viewpoints. Counter those viewpoints with further

evidence)Rhetorical Question Loaded Language

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Agenda NoteComplete Outline.

1. The distinguished actor arrived late. 2. Mario wished that he brought his

homework to class.3. She is always late for rehearsal.4. Your suggestion was a great idea to me. 5. Your roller skates are in the attic.6. Food competitions throughout the year

really attract fans.

Action Verbs- expresses physical or mental action.Linking Verbs- links subject

to a word in predicate.

Developing Rough DraftParagraph 1:

ClaimIntroductionParagraph 2:

Reason 1Supporting Details

Paragraph 3:Reason 2

Supporting DetailsParagraph 4:

Reason 3Supporting Details

Paragraph 5:Conclusion

Counterargument

Call To Action

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Agenda NoteFinish Rough Draft.

NO NOTEBOOKS

Take out your persuasive writing outline.Switch papers with you neighbor.

Read over each other’s work silently.

It’s time to start writing!You will get two handouts. Each handout is to help you develop

your persuasive essay. The completed graphic organizer will tell you what should be

included on the outline. Complete the outline based on the topic that you’ve chosen to

do your essay on. Use your picket sign to help you complete the handout.

The Writing Process

• Using the writing process will help you make your writing perfect!

• Whenever you develop a paper for any reason, you must follow ALL of the steps of the writing process.

• Write these steps in your notebook.

The Writing Process:• Prewrite-Think• Draft-Write• Edit/Revise-Make it

better• Proofread-Make it

correct• Publishing-Final Draft

What are at least seven items that you need to include in your persuasive essay? List them.

!!! EXIT TICKET !!!

Picket Sign Get a sheet of construction paper. Divide your construction paper into ten

boxes. Label each box with an argument term or

persuasive technique. Complete the picket sign by adding in the

appropriate information in each box. You may rotate on the computer to gather more information.

Attach the colored stick once you are finished.

How can reading, providing feedback and scoring your classmates’ writing assignment,

help to improve your writing?

!!! EXIT TICKET !!!

Resources Video 1: Persuasive Writinghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaGJNxCxB-s&feature=relatedVideo 2: Author’s Purpose-To Persuadehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHAqUhLuVSYVideo 3: Argumentshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g30omUwhHTs&feature=email

DECIDE A TOPIC FOR YOUR PERSUASIVE ESSAY. MAKE A T-

CHART LISTING THE PROS (GOOD) AND CONS (BAD) ABOUT THE

TOPIC YOU ARE ARGUING.Good Bad

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What would you stand up for?

If you could have your voice heard about one issue, what would argue for or

against? As a young adult, consider a serious issue or problem in the world.

Think about what the world we be if this one issue was changed. What are you

passionate about?

Freewrite as much as you can about your topic.

1. Clean up your area. 2. Sit quietly.

3. Wait to be dismissed.

Claim Reason, Evidence, Appeals,

How does reading another student’s persuasive essay better help you in writing your persuasive

essay?Or

How does reading two different views on the same issue help you better understand persuasive

writing?

Highlight! Annotate! Claim

Reasons

Evidence

Counterargument

Ethical, Emotional, or Logical Appeal

Introduction Today, we’re going to spend some time

developing your voice in your writing. Your voice is your own specific style that you

use to make you writing unique and authentic.

Every writer has a way that they like to sound in their writing.

Example: “You don’t want the everyone in the world to turn out to be a bunch of wimps, so

you should let kids toughen up through dodgeball.”

Agenda Warm Up Read “Homework” by Jack Prelutsky Read “Why We Need Homework” by 8th

grade student Writing An Argument Checklist Exit Ticket

Agenda 5 Minutes to complete final draft (Warm

Up) Grade Papers in Pairs Complete Peer Grading Rubric Identify Persuasive Techniques in Paper Exit Ticket

Authoritative VoiceStrong & Convincing Voice

You’d better believe it! Don’t be like the others! Stand for what is right! Would you want to be someone who…? Can you believe that people actually say

that…? So, whose side are you going to be on? This is no joke! People who disagree with me say… Are you

kidding me?

Writing An ArgumentChecklist

Claim Reasons (3) Evidence (3) Ethical, Emotional, Logical Appeal Address Counterargument Rhetorical Question Creativity, Voice, & Style Final Draft

Homework! Oh, Homework!I hate you! You stink!

I wish I could wash you away in the sink,if only a bomb

would explode you to bits.Homework! Oh, homework!

You're giving me fits.

I'd rather take bathswith a man-eating shark,

or wrestle a lionalone in the dark,

eat spinach and liver,pet ten porcupines,

than tackle the homework,my teacher assigns.

Homework! Oh, homework!you're last on my list,

I simple can't seewhy you even exist,

if you just disappearedit would tickle me pink.

Homework! Oh, homework!I hate you! You stink!

Jack Prelutsky