Section outline

  • Kia ora whanau!   Get ready to unleash your inner persuaders this week!  We're jumping into the exciting world of persuasive speaking, and the best part?  YOU get to choose your own topic!

    But wait, there's more!  Before you dive headfirst into crafting your masterpiece, we'll be making sure your topic aligns with the school environment.    This will help ensure your arguments resonate with your classmates.

    Speaking of arguments...  We'll also be sharpening our speaking skills through some fun impromptu topics.  Think on-the-spot debating and creative storytelling!  This will get you comfortable thinking critically and expressing yourselves clearly, both on the fly and when you've had time to prepare.

    So, get those creative juices flowing!  What topic are you passionate about that you could convince your classmates (and maybe even your teachers) to agree with?

    I will be checking your choices and offering guidance throughout the week.  Let's make this a persuasive speaking adventure you won't forget!
    Learning Intentions:
    • Students will be able to plan, write, and deliver a persuasive speech that aims to convince an audience of a particular viewpoint.
    • Students will understand the key elements and structure of a persuasive speech, including a strong introduction, clear arguments, supporting evidence, and a compelling conclusion.
    • Students will be able to identify and use persuasive techniques such as appeals to logic, emotion, and ethics.

    Success Criteria:

    • Planning: Students can create a well-organised and detailed speech plan that outlines their key arguments, supporting evidence, and persuasive techniques.
    • Content: Students will write a persuasive speech that clearly states their position on the chosen topic and provides strong evidence to support their arguments. The speech will incorporate a variety of persuasive techniques effectively.
    • Structure: The speech will follow a clear and logical structure, including a strong introduction that grabs the audience's attention, a well-developed body with distinct arguments and supporting evidence, and a compelling conclusion that summarises the key points and leaves a lasting impression.