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Research Based
Persuasive Speech
As part of the 6th grade Language Arts Standards, students will gather research using various sources (i.e. internet, books, encyclopedia, etc.) to construct a five paragraph persuasive essay using evidence and examples to support their position. The following are a list of “hot” topics. Students will randomly select one of the topics (for or against). The objective of this assignment is to teach students how to remove/detach their emotions, beliefs, feelings, and opinions and focus on gathering strong logical evidence to support their position in order to write an effective persuasive essay. Students may or may not agree with their topic. This will not affect their grade since grading will be based on the structure, organization, and research facts NOT the content of the paper. This assignment will be challenging yet fun as it requires students to think “outside the box” (
Topics
For/Against –Mandatory community service requirements at the middle school level
For/Against- Plastic bags should be banned from use at stores
For/Against- Supporting NBA or/and other pro athletes’ high salaries
For/Against- Healthcare services free for everybody
For/Against- 4 day school week instead of 5 days
For/Against- CST scores indicating performance level
For/Against- Websites like Facebook substitute face-to-face social interaction For/Against- The school cafeteria should be required to sell only “healthy” and organic snacks.
For/Against- Homework
For/Against- CLMS sports intramurals
For/Against- _______is the best vacation destination
For/Against- Coeducation
For/Against- Electronic devices (IPads, IPhones, etc.) allowed at school
For/Against- Corporal Punishment in school
For/Against- Parents spanking children
For/Against- Using Native American tribe names as sport mascots
For/Against- In favor of _____ electronic device over ______
For/Against- Cigarette smoking should be banned.
For/Against- age requirement should be in effect for renting/buying violent video games to kids under 16.
Rubric
Paper-
1. Pros/Cons Planning Sheet………………………………………………….….……5 points
2. Graphic Organizer-Prewrite…………………………..…….………………….….25 points
3. Source Sheet (3 minimum) ……………………………...……………………….…5 points
4. Work Cited Page……………………………………………………………..…….10 points
5. Rough Draft………………………………..………………….…………...……...100 points
6. Final Draft (500-700 word essay including use of shades of meaning/synonyms, proper citation, proper format/structure, counter argument, thesis statement, introductory statement with background statements, prediction/recommendation in conclusion, etc.)………………………………..…………………….………………………….200 points
_______/345 points total
Speech Presentation-
1. MUST come in your best dress (hair groomed, tie, collar shirt, skirt, blazer, slacks, etc.)………………………………………………………………………….…….10 points
2. Nonverbal gestures- student uses proper gestures and posture when presenting.....10 points
3. Provide a clear statement of the position, including relevant evidence, logical sequence of information, and engage and persuade the listener……………………………….20 points
4. Emphasize salient points to assist the listener in following the main ideas and concepts……………………………………………………………………….…..10 points
5. Visual Aid – provide a visual aide to further demonstrate and persuade position (poster, PowerPoint, video, etc.)……………………………………………………….….15 points
6. Eye contact………………………………………………..……….……….……..20 points
7. Voice (projects voice loud, clear, and articulate) ………………….…………….20 points
____/105 points
Total 450 points
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