Persuasion, Power, and Public Speaking · Speaking & Listening
The Mechanics of Argument
Identifying and using logos, ethos, and pathos to construct convincing arguments on contemporary issues.
Key Questions
- 1How do speakers balance facts and emotional appeals to win over an audience?
- 2What makes a piece of evidence credible versus anecdotal?
- 3How can we identify bias in a persuasive text or speech?
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
NCCA: Primary - UnderstandingNCCA: Primary - Communicating
Class/Year: 5th Class
Subject: Voices and Visions: Advanced Literacy for 5th Class
Unit: Persuasion, Power, and Public Speaking
Period: Speaking & Listening
Suggested Methodologies
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