Propaganda to Persuasion Transition Activities

 

Advertising

 

Write a radio or TV ad for any product you wish.  This can be a real product or one you “invent” just for this assignment.

 

Goals and Parameters

 

·        15 to 30 seconds in performance

·        Fully developed script with prewriting, draft, revision, and FC.

·        Use at least three propaganda techniques – remember, this is advertising so you can be as blatant as you want to be!

·        You may be asked to tell us the techniques you used and why you used them.

·        Sound and visual effects are encouraged; music is good too.

·        Tone is up to you. Be humorous, serious, dour, outrageous.

 

 

Impromptu Debate

 

You may be asked to debate a topic either by yourself or with a partner or group.

 

Goals and Parameters

 

·        You will have 5 minutes to plan once you get your topic.

·        You will have an opening statement.

·        You will propose 2 or 3 points and be able to give rebuttals to your opponent’s points as time allows.

·        You will make a closing statement.

·        The class will vote on the winner.

·        You may be interrupted from time to time for coaching and constructive criticism both from the teacher and your classmates.