978-1259989582 Chapter 10 Part 2

Chapter Ten

Persuading: Relationships

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SmartBook

In SmartBook for Chapter 10, Persuading: Relationships, students receive an overview

of the chapter in the “Preview” phase. During the “Read” phase, key concepts are

highlighted for students. They can also read one or more of the “Career-Based,”

“Reading and Reflection,” or “Student Writing” selections during this phase—you will

need to let students know which selections to read. During the “Practice” phase,

students respond to probes that will reinforce their learning of key concepts. If students

are struggling with an assignment, they can use the “Recharge” phase for additional

practice.

LearnSmart Achieve

You can use the “Customized Study Plan” to assign one or more of the following topics

and learning outcomes to students who are working on a persuasive assignment:

Developing an Effective Thesis or Claim

Identify the criteria for an effective claim or thesis.

Distinguish debatable claims from claims that are not debatable.

Distinguish defensible claims from claims that are not defensible.

Distinguish focused claims from claims that are not focused.

Using Ethos (Ethics) to Persuade Readers

Define the ethical mode (ethos) of persuasion.

Identify elements of a text that establish the writer’s credibility with an audience.

Identify elements of a text that could harm the writer’s credibility with an audience.

Recognize the difference between objective and biased language in a text.

Using Pathos (Emotion) to Persuade Readers

Define the emotional mode (pathos) of persuasion.

Identify emotional appeals that support the logical argument in a text.

Identify the unethical use of emotional appeals in a text.

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Using Logos (Logic) to Persuade Readers

Define the logical mode (logos) of persuasion.

Identify the use of inductive logic to support a claim in a text.

Identify the use of deductive logic to support a claim in a text.

Identify the strategies writers use to demonstrate that evidence supports their claims.

Identify logical fallacies in a text.

Consider referencing learning outcomes addressing run-on sentences.

Power of Process

Power of Process guides students through the critical reading and writing process step-

by-step. You can assign selections from the eReader using the “Select a Text” option, or

you can upload your own selections. For the persuasion section, consider asking

students to look back at previous essays and identify those containing elements of

persuasion.

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Discussion Questions for Online/Hybrid Classes

1. Persuade a classmate who takes only on-ground classes that online classes are an

excellent platform for learning. Make sure to consider the rhetorical star when

posting. (LO 10.1 and LO10. 4)

2. Online dating sites have increased in popularity. Search the Web for one and take a

look at its homepage. What types of persuasion does it use to draw in potential

users? Is a particular market being targeted? Is the page effective? Post your

thoughts regarding the Web site you viewed (be sure to identify the site). (LO 10.3)

3. Persuasive writing can prove challenging when discussing a controversial topic.

What methods do you use to avoid offending a reader? Do you require the same

care when posting in an online discussion? Why or why not? Make sure to consider

the steps for writing persuasively in your response. (LO 10.2)

4. Ask students to post different uses for persuasive writing in the real world. Allow

them to share their own experiences. When have the tried to persuade someone to

do something? (LO 10.1)

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Graphic Organizers

Deductive Reasoning

Use the pyramid below to organize your supporting evidence, using deductive

reasoning.

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Inductive Reasoning

Use the pyramid below to organize your supporting evidence, using inductive reasoning.

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Planning Your Argument

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