Here's what is on the agenda today:
1) A quick quiz on your knowledge of ethos, pathos, logos
2) Writing Prompt: In response to our discussion of the article, "Do We Live in a Less Deadly Time, or Not?" you will form an argument surrounding the following prompt:
In a fully developed essay, explain which of the following factors-poverty, technology, or individual behavior most contributes to the violence in our society. You must try and quote at least ONE of the writers from the articles we've been discussion (Lifton, Pinker, etc). You may use a quote to support your argument or to develop a counterargument. Remember the value of establishing ethos, pathos, and logos!!
3) Peer Review/Writing Workshop: Have a partner peer review your essay. Directions for peer review are ready for download below.
4) Article of the Week Assignment: Choose ONE of the following Articles to read and respond to: Rap Lyrics on Trial, Ethicists criticize treatment of teen, Texas patient, Quarterback Colin Kaepernick's Tattoos.
1) A quick quiz on your knowledge of ethos, pathos, logos
2) Writing Prompt: In response to our discussion of the article, "Do We Live in a Less Deadly Time, or Not?" you will form an argument surrounding the following prompt:
In a fully developed essay, explain which of the following factors-poverty, technology, or individual behavior most contributes to the violence in our society. You must try and quote at least ONE of the writers from the articles we've been discussion (Lifton, Pinker, etc). You may use a quote to support your argument or to develop a counterargument. Remember the value of establishing ethos, pathos, and logos!!
3) Peer Review/Writing Workshop: Have a partner peer review your essay. Directions for peer review are ready for download below.
4) Article of the Week Assignment: Choose ONE of the following Articles to read and respond to: Rap Lyrics on Trial, Ethicists criticize treatment of teen, Texas patient, Quarterback Colin Kaepernick's Tattoos.
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