Co3 Lesson Plan English 9

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Subject: English
Grade Level: Grade 9
Objective: Recognize faulty logic, unsupported facts, and emotional appeal
Learning across curriculum:
1) Science: Analyzing scientific claims and research methods to identify faulty logic and unsupported
facts in scientific literature.
2) History: Critically examining historical narratives and primary sources to recognize emotional appeal
and biased interpretations.
3) Mathematics: Identifying logical fallacies in mathematical arguments and proofs to understand the
importance of sound reasoning.
Review Motivation:
[Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing]
[Instructional Materials: Handouts, Whiteboard]
1) Role-Play Scenario: Students act out a scenario where they encounter faulty logic and emotional
appeal in a persuasive speech.
2) Whiteboard Activity: Students brainstorm examples of unsupported facts in advertisements they have
seen.
3) Guest Speaker: Invite a guest speaker to discuss the impact of emotional appeal in media and
advertising.
Activity 1: "Detecting Faulty Logic"
[Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning]
Materials: Worksheets, Pens
Significance: Develop critical thinking skills by analyzing arguments for logical fallacies.
Instructions:
1) In groups, analyze a given argument and identify any faulty logic present.
2) Present your findings to the class.

3) Rubric - Identification of logical fallacies - 20 pts.
Assessment Questions:
1) What is the difference between a logical fallacy and a valid argument?
2) How can recognizing faulty logic help you evaluate information effectively?
3) Explain the impact of faulty logic on decision-making.
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ANALYSIS:
Activity 1 - Students successfully identified logical fallacies and provided examples to support their
analysis, demonstrating an understanding of identifying faulty logic.
Activity 2: "Uncovering Unsupported Facts"
[Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning]
Materials: Articles, Highlighters
Significance: Develop research skills by examining sources for credibility and accuracy.
Instructions:
1) Read an article and highlight any unsupported facts or claims.
2) Discuss findings with a partner.
3) Rubric - Identification of unsupported facts - 25 pts.
1) Why is it important to verify the accuracy of facts before accepting them as true?
2) How can you determine if a source is reliable or contains unsupported information?
3) Discuss a real-life example where unsupported facts led to misinformation.
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ANALYSIS:
Activity 2 - Students effectively identified unsupported facts in the given articles, demonstrating the
ability to evaluate information for accuracy and credibility.
Activity 3: "Analyzing Emotional Appeal"
[Teaching Strategy: Socratic Method]
Materials: Visual Aids, Handouts
Significance: Understand the influence of emotional appeal in persuasive communication.
Instructions:
1) Analyze a persuasive advertisement for emotional appeal techniques.
2) Engage in a class discussion on the effectiveness of emotional appeal.
3) Rubric - Analysis of emotional appeal - 30 pts.
1) How does emotional appeal influence decision-making and behavior?
2) Discuss the ethical implications of using emotional appeal in persuasive communication.
3) Evaluate the impact of emotional appeal in a recent advertisement you have seen.
ABSTRACTION: Recognizing faulty logic, unsupported facts, and emotional appeal is essential for critical
thinking and effective communication. By understanding these concepts, students can evaluate
information critically and make informed decisions based on sound reasoning.
APPLICATION:
[Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning]
Task 1 - Create a public service announcement that avoids faulty logic, unsupported facts, and emotional
appeal to raise awareness about a social issue.
Task 2 - Conduct a research project on a current event, identifying and analyzing instances of faulty logic,
unsupported facts, and emotional appeal in media coverage.
ASSESSMENT:
[Teaching Strategy: Discussion]
[Instructional Materials: Rubrics, Assessment Sheets]
Question 1 - How can recognizing faulty logic, unsupported facts, and emotional appeal enhance your
ability to evaluate information critically?
Question 2 - Provide an example of each: faulty logic, unsupported fact, emotional appeal, and explain
how they can influence decision-making.
Question 3 - Reflect on your learning in this lesson and discuss strategies you can use to avoid being
misled by faulty logic, unsupported facts, and emotional appeal.
Assignment:
1) Watch a news segment and identify instances of faulty logic, unsupported facts, and emotional
appeal. Write a short analysis of your findings.
2) Choose a persuasive article from a magazine or online source. Highlight examples of emotional appeal
and discuss their impact on the reader.
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Grade Level: Grade 9

Objective: Recognize faulty logic, unsupported facts, and emotional appeal

Learning across curriculum:

[Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing]

[Instructional Materials: Handouts, Whiteboard]

Activity 1: "Detecting Faulty Logic"

[Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning]

Materials: Worksheets, Pens

2) Present your findings to the class.

1) What is the difference between a logical fallacy and a valid argument?

3) Explain the impact of faulty logic on decision-making.

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Activity 2: "Uncovering Unsupported Facts"

[Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning]

Materials: Articles, Highlighters

1) Read an article and highlight any unsupported facts or claims.

2) Discuss findings with a partner.

3) Rubric - Identification of unsupported facts - 25 pts.

2) How can you determine if a source is reliable or contains unsupported information?

3) Discuss a real-life example where unsupported facts led to misinformation.

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Activity 3: "Analyzing Emotional Appeal"

[Teaching Strategy: Socratic Method]

Materials: Visual Aids, Handouts

Significance: Understand the influence of emotional appeal in persuasive communication.

1) Analyze a persuasive advertisement for emotional appeal techniques.

2) Engage in a class discussion on the effectiveness of emotional appeal.

3) Rubric - Analysis of emotional appeal - 30 pts.

1) How does emotional appeal influence decision-making and behavior?

2) Discuss the ethical implications of using emotional appeal in persuasive communication.

[Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning]

[Teaching Strategy: Discussion]

[Instructional Materials: Rubrics, Assessment Sheets]

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