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Unit Plan

Grade Level: 9-12

Subject: English Language Arts

Unit Title: The Power of Persuasion

Time Frame: Four weeks

Lesson Plan

Lesson 1: Introduction to Persuasion

Objective: Students will be able to define persuasion and identify its key elements.

Materials: Whiteboard or projector, markers or pens, sticky notes

Procedure:

1. Begin by asking students to define persuasion. Write their responses on the board.

2. Introduce the key elements of persuasion: ethos, pathos, and logos.

3. Divide students into groups and assign each group one of the elements.

4. Have students create a short presentation or poster that explains their element to the class.

5. Conclude the lesson by leading a class discussion on the importance of persuasion in daily life.

Lesson 2: Analyzing Persuasive Techniques

Objective: Students will be able to analyze persuasive techniques used in various texts.

Materials: Persuasive texts (e.g., speeches, essays, advertisements), highlighters

Procedure:

1. Distribute copies of persuasive texts to students.

2. Guide students through the process of analyzing persuasive techniques.

3. Have students highlight examples of ethos, pathos, and logos in the texts.

4. Lead a class discussion on how the authors use these techniques to persuade their audience.

Lesson 3: Developing an Argument

Objective: Students will be able to develop and support a persuasive argument.

Materials: Paper, pencils, outline templates

Procedure:

1. Review the elements of a persuasive argument (claim, evidence, and reasoning).

2. Provide students with an outline template to help them develop their arguments.

3. Have students work in pairs or small groups to create an outline for a persuasive essay on a topic of their choice.

4. Conclude the lesson by discussing the importance of considering opposing viewpoints.

Lesson 4: Writing a Persuasive Essay

Objective: Students will be able to write a persuasive essay that includes a strong claim, supporting evidence, and logical reasoning.

Materials: Computers, writing software

Procedure:

1. Have students revise their outlines from the previous lesson.

2. Guide students through the process of writing a persuasive essay.

3. Encourage students to use persuasive techniques effectively throughout their essays.

4. Collect and grade students' essays, providing feedback on their use of persuasion.

Lesson 5: Presenting Persuasive Arguments

Objective: Students will be able to present their persuasive arguments orally.

Materials: Classroom space, presentation materials

Procedure:

1. Have students prepare presentations of their persuasive essays.

2. Provide students with guidelines for effective presentations.

3. Have students present their arguments to the class.

4. Lead a class discussion on the effectiveness of each presentation.