Crafting Arguments and Rhetorical Writing · Modern Era

The Art of the Op-Ed

Learning to construct a compelling argument for a specific publication and target audience.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does a writer establish credibility and 'ethos' within the first paragraph of an essay?
  2. 2What is the balance between emotional appeal and logical evidence in effective journalism?
  3. 3How can a writer anticipate and dismantle counter-arguments without weakening their own position?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

A-Level: English Language - Writing for Audience and PurposeA-Level: English Language - Journalism and Opinion
Year: Year 12
Subject: English
Unit: Crafting Arguments and Rhetorical Writing
Period: Modern Era

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