Reading and Writing_Unit 6_Lesson 4_Frequently Used Sources of Information in Persuasive Writing.pptx

The course also emphasizes critical thinking, comprehension, grammar, vocabulary development, and the appreciation of literary and non-literary texts to enhance students’ confidence and competence in using the English language.

1. Lesson 4 Frequently Used Sources of Information in Persuasive Writing

2. Distinguish between and among patterns of development in writing across disciplines (persuasion) (EN11/12RWS-IIIbf-3.8). 1

3. determine the different sources of information; and analyze the source of information used in texts.

4. Why should we choose our sources of information carefully?

5. Think-Pair-Share What source of information should you use if you want to persuade: your parents to buy you a new gadget? your teacher to accept your project proposal? your friend to buy the same product that you use? Discuss your answers with your seatmate.

6. Review What are the techniques used in persuasive writing? What are the different modes of persuasion? What are the common logical fallacies committed in writing?

7. These make an argument solid. They can be based on the findings of experts and studies or one’s own observation, experiment, or personal experience . F acts

8. One reason for eating breakfast is because you need food to do well in your classes. If you do not, your body and brain will not function as well as they can because you have no energy and no strength. Breakfast provides us with energy. The nutrients found in breakfast food, such as calcium, iron, B vitamins, protein, and fiber, are essential to the body. According to studies, if a person missed eating breakfast, they will less likely be compensated throughout the day.

9. This source of evidence can in fact be very persuasive because numbers do not lie . However, the numbers should be accurate , and the data should come from a reliable source . Statistics

10. "Paper or plastic?" That is the major question that shoppers usually face as they check out at the supermarket. However, both options take a major toll on the environment. It's estimated that somewhere between 500 billion and a trillion plastic bags are used each year throughout the world -- many of them winding up in landfills, where it can take hundreds or thousands of years for them to decompose. And about 14 million trees are cut down each year to make paper grocery bags.

11. This refers to what the writer assumes about his or her topic given the facts. He or she may present facts first and then make judgments about those facts . Judgment

12. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’s the perfect thing to wake up to after a long night of sleep. It is important because it tastes absolutely delicious, it’s an important source of energy for the day, and it helps with weight loss.

13. This has two types, namely the account of an eyewitness and the expert’s opinion . Both types are considered valid and can make an argument convincing. The eyewitness account can provide important facts, while the judgment of the expert can further strengthen the argument. Testimony

14. After I switched from using plastic and paper bags to bringing my own reusable bag when I shop, I found that I’ve been saving a bit of money because I don’t need to pay the stores to provide me with a bag. I also realized that my reusable bag is more durable, which means that there is much less danger of my bag tearing and dropping my items onto the floor. Not to mention the fact that I am now happier in the knowledge that I am helping the environment in my own small way.

15. Persuading the reader of the alarming rate of teenage pregnancy in the country. The purpose of persuasive writing is to convince someone to agree with your viewpoint or a cause. Presenting strong evidences helps establish credibility in persuasive writing. Persuasive writing provides an opportunity for the students’ voice to be heard. Persuasive writing engages readers in a healthy and intellectual argument. Persuasive writing involves only the opinion of the writer. Persuading the reader of the benefits of paying for one’s own college tuition. Persuading the reader to purchase the soap brand you are using. Persuading the reader to side with your stand on the ‘no homework policy.’ Persuading the community to start segregating wastes.

16. Read the 2019 State of the Nation Address of President Duterte . Cite two examples for each source. Fact Statistics Judgement Testimony

17. Values Integration In a time where information is very accessible and at the tip of our fingers, and where fake news are becoming more and more rampant, how important it is to make sure that the pieces of evidence that we are using to persuade other people are not only strong but are also valid and truthful?

18. Co-Writing Activity: Research Form groups with five members each. Pretend that you are writers for a magazine TV show. Each group will be assigned a topic. Search for at least 10 credible facts, statistics, judgment, and testimony that would support your given topic. Prepare a slide presentation with which to share your research with the whole class.

19. Criteria Beginning (0–1 points) Developing (2–3 points) Accomplished (4–5 points) Score Task Achievement Information had some major inaccuracies or was usually not clear. Most information presented were clear and accurate, but was not usually thorough All information presented in this were clear, accurate and thorough. Researches Most research did not address the assigned topic. Only 1 or 2 sources of information were represented in the research. Some researches addressed the assigned topic. Only 3 sources of information were represented in the research. All research addressed the assigned topic. All four sources of information were represented in the research.

20. Criteria Beginning (0–1 points) Developing (2–3 points) Accomplished (4–5 points) Score Understanding of Topic The team did not seem to understand the main points of the topic and had difficulty in presenting. The team seemed to understand the main points of the topic and presented those with ease. The team clearly understood the topic in-depth and presented their information forcefully and convincingly. Teamwork/ Participation Group did not work well together. There were obvious miscommunications and lapses in the presentation. Group communicated relatively well with a few lapses in the presentation; some students dominated the presentation and others did not participate much. The group worked very well with each other and the presentation was shared equally among the group members. Score:

21. Assignment Look for an editorial column from any of the broadsheets in the country. You may cut it and paste it on a short bond paper. Highlight the evidences presented. Label them above with the source of information used.