So here we go with the first lesson recap for you all - you lucky 3rd years...
In this lesson we learned what is meant by the term "persuasive writing" and what it is used for. The definition for persuasive writing that I gave you all was:
"Persuasive writing is used to argue logically with reasons, to present another viewpoint, to sway opinions, and to convince someone to writer’s way of thinking".
You then discussed what persuasive writing could be used for in real life and came up with a variety of reasons - including: Propaganda!
“Propaganda is the deliberate, systematic attempt to shape perceptions, manipulate cognitions, and direct behaviour to achieve a response that furthers the desired intent of the propagandist.”
—Garth S. Jowett and Victoria O'Donnell, Propaganda and Persuasion
Finally I had you look at examples of propaganda in your groups (such as the Nazi's American Monster - above) and decide why they were created and whether or not they were effective.
Next lesson......Advertising!
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