Title: Logical Fallacies
Standard: W8.1
Content Objective: I will be able to define and give an example of a logical fallacy by researching information to create an informative mini-poster.
Language Objective: I will be able to identify the key features of a persuasive writing.
Homework: Write a persuasive argument on a topic of your choice. 5+ sentences.

Schedule:
1. Do Now
2. Introduction Power Point
3. Debate Example
4. Cornell Notes - Key Features of Persuasive Writing
5. Logical Fallacy Mini-Poster

Do Now: Think back to what you learned in ELA and History last year. What parts should a Persuasive essay have?

Step 2: Introduction Power Point

1. Click here to see the procedures for our class.

Step 3: Debate Example

1. Click here to see an video example of the type of debate we will be having this year.

Step 4: Cornell Notes - Key Features of Persuasive Writing

1. Click here to read and copy the notes on Key Features of Persuasive Writing.

Step 5: Logical Fallacy Mini-Poster

1.  We will be creating mini-posters to use next week in a Gallery Walk. These poster will teach the class about the different types of Logical Fallacies.
2. Click here to see the instructions.