Final Argument Presentation: Due in Week 9
Link to combined assignments:
https://www.mediafire.com/file/1fqxf1otwr7s88y/Combined+Assignments.docx/file
Over the term, you will develop an argument to present as a video. The video will be 5 to 7 minutes and will present your position on a topic you select in a convincing, compelling, and interesting way.
Here are the steps you will follow:
- Select a topic—In the first 4 weeks
- Develop your position statement and brainstorm your argument—Week 5
- Select sources to support your argument and understand the divergent or opposing views –Week 6
- Outline your argument—Week 7
- Understand the audience for your argument—Week 8
- Produce the final version –Week 9
You will upload your argument as a video. See the Week 9 Lecture to see how to do that.
Requirements for the presentation include:
- 5-7 minutes of presentation
- Audio; we must be able to hear you!
- A sense of organization
- A hook to draw your listeners into your presentation
- Use either the Classical or the Rogerian form
- Documentation of your sources either verbally or visually
- Demonstrate a sense of persuasion. This is not an informative presentation. You must ask the audience to agree with your perspective on your issue.
- Make sure to demonstrate your ethos as well as logos and ethos.
- A minimum of three references to support your position or explanation of the topic. Be sure to provide source introductions for these references (such as “According to…”).
