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Introduction
Hello class! Today we're going on an adventure to different time periods to figure out where certain rhetorical devices can be found! We've talked about ethos, pathos, and logos being involved in our writing but where exactly can we find them? Today, you're going to find out on your own while wearing headphones.
Task
Today, you are going to go to three separate links listed under the "Process" tab and write down in your notebook which rhetorical device is being used for that source. You will also discuss why you said that rhetorical device aligns with that source. In the end, you will type a 350-500 word paragraph using one or two of these three rhetorical devices (ethos, pathos, logos) to take a stance on any subject on a Word document or a Google Doc. When you finish typing that out, print it out in the lab. There will be one link to an online version of a book - you do NOT have to read it all but you should skim it to get an idea of what the message is (HINT: The title will be a big help). There will also be two links to YouTube, so you'll need your earphones. Ask yourself what the message of each source is. Also, ask yourself what language and what types of words the sources use. This will help you decide what rhetorical device is being used. If you don't have earphones, turn the volume on low. Lastly, you will be reading your paragraph in class so be sure to take this seriously!
Process
First: Watch this video on YouTube...
Second: Take some notes on the types of language, music, and/or what the message is. Write down the rhetorical device you think matches with the video and why.
Third: Watch this video on YouTube...
Fourth: Take some notes on the types of language, music, and/or what the message is. Write down the rhetorical device you think matches with the video and why.
Fifth: Skim this website of the online version of On the Origin of Species by Darwin. Write down which rhetorical device is used by him and why you think that one is being used here. https://www.gutenberg.org/files/1228/1228-h/1228-h.htm
Sixth: Open Google Docs or Word and pick a subject you feel passionate about - write a 350-500 word paragraph on the topic and what you think should change, stay the same, what we should do as humans, etc....Your goal is to convince someone of something for some reason!
Lastly: If you finish early, you can listen to music on your headphones or read or do other homework.
Evaluation
Will be evaluated after presentations using a rubric.
Conclusion
Learning Advice: I suggest you follow the directions in order so that way you can keep your notes organized and we can all be on the same page when we discuss and present our topics. If it's easier for you, make a three-section table in your notes and organize each source that way. You're not required to do this though. Also, after you figure out which rhetorical device is being used in what source, make a list of topics you're passionate about then pick your top two or three to choose from. Hopefully, this will help you pick the topic you feel the strongest about.
Conclusion: Great job everybody! I can't wait to hear your rhetorical speeches! Today you saw different rhetorical devices used in different ways in different time periods. Were you surprised that certain ones were used in certain sources? Rhetoric is used every day, all the time. It is important to understand as you progress in your education that all writing contains at least one rhetorical device and it is important to be able to decipher what rhetorical devices are being used by your peers or future colleagues. It may be hard to complete a task or understand what is trying to get accomplished if you cannot see what device is being used or what the main goal is. You should have learned from writing your rhetorical speech that it is very easy to decide which device you want to use once you realize what you feel strongly about. It would also have helped you to learn what is mentioned above: rhetoric is used in different ways and different discussions every day. You will be graded after I have heard your presentations.
Thank you for participating!
-Ms. S.
Credits
On the Origin of Species: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/1228/1228-h/1228-h.htm
Toothpaste video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lt0t82dmT2M
War of the Worlds video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTvU9j3og5k