Distinguishes between logical, emotional, and ethical appeals used in persuasive communication. Examines deductive and inductive reasoning structures to strengthen case construction and rebuttal strategies.
An 8th-grade ELA lesson focused on deconstructing digital media messages through the lens of rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos) and identifying bias in various online formats. Students transition from passive consumers to critical analysts of news clips, social media, and advertisements.
This lesson equips 8th-grade students with the tools to identify and analyze propaganda techniques across various media formats. Students will investigate the 'Big 7' propaganda devices, evaluate source credibility, and practice 'unmasking' persuasive rhetoric in real-world examples.
A comprehensive two-day introduction to advertising persuasion techniques, teaching students to identify and analyze slogans, repetition, bandwagoning, testimonials, emotional appeals, and expert opinions.
A comprehensive lesson on the structural pillars of argumentative writing, using a courtroom theme to master claims, evidence, and counter-arguments through fast-paced, high-impact activities.
A 60-minute high school lesson focused on rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos) and persuasive techniques. Students analyze an op-ed excerpt and craft their own persuasive paragraph using a structured graphic organizer and peer feedback.
An 8th-grade ELA lesson focused on central ideas and evidence through the CommonLit text 'Keeping Up with the Joneses'. Students analyze the origins, social impacts, and psychological pressures of status-seeking behavior through vocabulary challenges, media analysis, and collaborative activities.
An introductory small-group lesson for Grade 3 students focused on distinguishing facts from opinions, using opinion sentence starters, and supporting an opinion with a reason.
A choice-based writing lesson where students select an opinion prompt and use provided short articles to gather evidence for their persuasive pieces.
An 8th-grade ELA lesson that explores the complexities of character motivation, internal and external conflicts, and characterization through the metaphor of a kaleidoscope. Students analyze how characters drive plot and theme through close reading and interactive discussion.
A comprehensive 3rd-grade STAAR review lesson focused on editing for standard English conventions (subject-verb agreement, verb tenses, and nouns) and composing argumentative ECR responses based on grade-level texts.
A problem-solving workshop for B2+ students based on social media flash mobs. Students act as a city's 'Digital Response Team' to design innovative solutions for urban chaos triggered by viral trends.
This lesson explores the themes of impulsivity and inherited conflict through a short story that mirrors Romeo and Juliet. Students analyze character motivations, figurative language, and plot structure to prepare for the English 1 EOC exam.
