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Persuasion in Advertising: Uncovering the Media's Deception! (Language Arts)
Class experience
US Grade 6 - 8
As a society, we are constantly bombarded with persuasive language and advertisements! By learning exactly HOW advertisers convince us to buy a product or hire a service, we can avoid unnecessary purchases and make decisions that are best for us, the consumers! In this course, we will focus on 6 specific persuasive techniques: Bandwagon, Testimonial, Appeal to Authority, Scientific Approach, Glittering Generalities, and Transfer. Students will be provided instruction on each individual...
Students will improve their understanding of persuasive techniques and will be able to apply this information to advertisements and situations they encounter in everyday life.
I have been teaching middle school Reading and Language Arts for more than 19 years. I specialize in reading skills/strategies, teaching writing, and working with students at their own individual levels.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Informal assessment/feedback during the lessonGrades Offered
Paper and pencil will be needed for this course.
Hello! My name is Kimberlee Collins, and I can't wait to see your learner in one of my classes! I earned my Bachelor's degree in English Education with a minor in British/American Literature from the University of South Florida in 2004. I have...
Group Class
$15
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
1-6 learners per class