Tuesday, April 7 - Propaganda in the News

Objective: By the end of class, students will examine propaganda techniques in advertising and the media in order to improve literal and interpretive comprehension skills, evaluate effects and make real world connections

DO NOW

Propaganda worksheet / handout - double-sided

Direct Instruction

Propaganda as a form of manipulation

Discuss propaganda as a form of manipulation,  not only in advertising but in the media as well. 
Unlike advertisements that use many types of propaganda (discussed yesterday), the MEDIA primarily uses propaganda to build patriotism. News reports are loaded with propaganda to ensure that citizens support the country's approach or reaction to national or international events.

ted talk

social media propaganda

propaganda in american news!

video - examples of propaganda in the news (re islam)

propaganda in politics

propaganda 5 question quiz

Connotations - persuasion vs manipulation

video using emotional / ethical appeal / scare tactics (fear) to persuade (manipulate)

Guided / Independent

Use google chrome book and choose a news article from link below. Then, identify the propaganda used and explain its effect on the viewer / reader in a short paragraph.


 List of ten  - choose one to discuss / summarize


You may type on google docs and share with me (karenreina1@gmail.com).

Closure


Review types of propaganda and why they are effective.

Exit Pass

If Americans are aware that propaganda exists, why is it still effective?

HW - Find an example of propaganda in an advertisment (print, commercial, etc) and complete handout provided.