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Higher education informational text handouts
Rhetorical Appeals in Movie Speeches - Ethos, Pathos, Logos Analysis Activities
Let's face it, sometimes our rhetoric units aren't the most engaging ones of the year. Students often get bored quickly with historical speeches and other dry informative texts. While it is important to teach these valuable rhetorical documents, students will definitely appreciate some relevant and exciting analysis materials too. These movie speech worksheets present the perfect opportunity you need to get your students actively engaged with speech analysis. By interacting with iconic films, ol
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Real World Rhetoric #4 Daylight Saving Time Debate, Argument & Critical Thinking
What does it take to win an argument? With these real-world rhetorical analysis materials, students will examine two essays (one in favor of Daylight Saving Time and one in favor of Standard Time), think about the debate tools used by each writer, and determine which writer is ultimately more effective in swaying the reader. This 10-page download includes:• A full-text copy of two public domain argument essays discussing the debate to end Daylight Saving Time in the U.S.• A paper-saving handout
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Latin Music: Mariachi, Salsa, Flamenco, Tango, Cueca (English Version)
This 3-page file includes:~A 1.5 page reading that discusses the culture and history of five Latin dance styles: Mariachi, Salsa, Flamenco, Tango and Cueca. The reading also includes some Spanish vocabulary in a glossary up top and 15 true/false readings comprehension questions. ~Answer key. Note: This reading is in English and is ideal for beginner Spanish students, as a Sub Plan or for hispanic heritage! I also offer similar readings in Spanish in my store.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Hispanic Culture Bundle: TOP 5 Readings at 30% off! (English Version)
Letter from Birmingham Jail - MLK - Rhetorical Analysis Close Reading Unit
Use Martin Luther King Jr.’s impassioned “Letter from Birmingham Jail” (a CCSS exemplar text) to practice close reading and other key Common Core skills, including analyzing a seminal U.S. text and evaluating rhetorical strategies.This "Letter from Birmingham Jail" unit includes:• Detailed 3-7 day Lesson Plan—with step-by step instructions, including thought-provoking pre-reading journal prompts, “think-aloud” modeling for close reading, and options for struggling readers and English Language Le
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Essay Writing Guide: 5 Paragraphs & Beyond
A complete essay writing handout/guide for high school students (and feisty middle school students), in a digital and ready to print booklet!This Booklet includes:A Quick Reference Sheet for basic essay structureDetailed explanations of Introduction, Body, and Conclusion paragraphs, including diagrams and descriptions of every partExamples of Introduction, Body, and Conclusion paragraphs, with each of their sentences/parts highlightedA basic sample essay for students to analyze (different from t
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: THE PERSUASIVE WRITING MULTI UNIT BUNDLE
APA Parenthetical Citation Guide Student Handout
APA formatting is one of the most difficult citation formats that students need to learn. This two page handout will guide your students with correctly formatting their parenthetical citations in APA format in the 5 most basic situations that could arise.
Direct quotes from current nonfiction texts are used as examples under each of the basic situations that may arise including:
*Stating the authors name in the sentence starter
*Stating the authors name in the parenthetical citation
*Two auth
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: APA Parenthetical Citations BUNDLE
Infographic Creation Mini Unit & Assignment
Infographics are great tools to get students processing and contextualizing the information that they research while allowing them to creatively convey what they’ve learned. This makes them perfect for any class! This assignment was designed to teach students about the core concepts of infographic texts, how to make the basic visualizations (graphs, flow/pie charts, tables, titles, etc.) that comprise them, and how to incorporate them all together into a layout that conveys information for a sin
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Credible Reliable Sources Online Handout Notebook Poster
This is a single page file that reminds and reviews credible and reliable online sources for student reference on research projects.
The page includes:
Definitions of primary and secondary sources
How to "ICE" a quote: Introduce, Cite, and Explain
Websites to NEVER EVER USE (Wikipedia, blogging and opinion-based sites)
Website that are good, better, and best including the domains (.com, .org, .net, .gov, .edu)
Use this handout to blow up as a poster, print for students to keep in a folder
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Forensic Case #8 - 2 Toxicology Tales (Article and Questions)
Forensic Case Article #8 - Two Toxicology Tales of FamilyReal-Life CaseGrades: 9-12This assignment is perfect for class work and discussion, homework, or extra credit. Works well for Sub Plans and can easily be paired with any Forensic Files video worksheet available in my TPT store.INFORMATIONAL ARTICLE: 2-page article that highlights two true crimes that needed forensic science to help solve them. Details and language have been modified to keep it appropriate for high school students.ASSIGNM
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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FORENSIC CASES: BUNDLE #2 (14 articles / worksheets / no prep / Sub / Science)
*BEST SELLER* FORENSIC FILES SUPER BUNDLE! 150+ VIDEO WORKSHEETS!FORENSIC SCIENCE BUNDLE #1 – 10+ ASSIGNMENTS! 50+ PAGES!FORENSIC SCIENCE BUNDLE #2 – 11+ ASSIGNMENTS! 60+ PAGES!FORENSIC FILES SPECIAL CASES BUNDLE! 36 VIDEO WORKSHEETS!FORENSIC SCIENCE CASE ARTICLE BUNDLE #1 – 10 ARTICLES & QUESTION SHEETS!FORENSIC CASE ARTICLES BUNDLE #210 TRUE CRIME ARTICLES & QUESTION PACKETS+4 BONUS ARTICLESThis bundle is a collection of 10 forensic articles with question packets that are each perfect
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer
The C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer has been designed to help students organize their claim and use evidence to support their beliefs while fully supporting their claim. Simple, but highly useful! Included in the purchase are: C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Expository, Non-Fiction Lesson on Modern Issues: Benefits of Slacking Off?
The Common Core has a much-greater focus on non-fiction, informational texts in the English/Language Arts classroom. It’s time to start adding more real-world articles and materials to our literary canon. In this easy-to-deliver narrative non-fiction activity, students will read an article by New York Times acclaimed columnist Tim Kreider (link included) and complete a series of deep-thinking questions. Afterward, students will definitely have personal anecdotes and opinions to share about this
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Expository, Non-Fiction Lesson on Modern Issues: King of Camouflage
The Common Core has a much-greater focus on non-fiction, informational texts in the English/Language Arts classroom. It’s time to start adding more real-world articles and materials to our literary canon. In this easy-to-deliver non-fiction activity, students will read an article by journalist Bruce Barcott (link included) and complete a series of deep-thinking questions. Afterward, students will definitely have personal opinions to share about this “Let’s Get Real” classroom activity.When your
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand HUGE BUNDLE
The contents of this bundle include:1. Group Inquiry Project: This is an introduction to the novel. Students read the back of the book and research different words on the description. They then share their discoveries with the class in a creative presentation. 2. Reading Guide: Students can use this guide or the text analysis guide as they read through the book.3. Text Analysis Guided Exploration: This activity can be used all throughout the reading of the novel. Students are given chunks of the
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Fake News Quiz | Evaluating Sources Online | Test | Assessment | Media Literacy
Assessing MEDIA LITERACY Skills in 2024 is essential. Test your student's ability to identify FAKE NEWS, POOR JOURNALISM, and EVALUATING SOURCES and DATA with TWO SEPARATE FAKE NEWS QUIZ tests.⭐Test # 1: It is a Ten-question paper-based NO-PREP ASSESSMENT TOOL about the Post-Truth media cycle. It will assess your student's ability to evaluate data beyond just the "sniff test" to identify false and misleading information. A traditional written test that is quick and easy to assess.⭐Test #2:It i
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7th - 10th, Higher Education
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Hybrid Socratic Seminar - Print and Editable Digital Worksheets + Resources
Step into the future of classroom discussions with our Hybrid Socratic Seminar! Say goodbye to passive observation and hello to total student engagement! In this innovative approach, your classroom transforms into a dynamic space where TWO discussions run simultaneously: one in person and one online.**To dive into this exciting resource, your classroom needs access to 1-to-1 technology.**Here’s what you’ll get:✅ A comprehensive 9-page teacher guide packed with detailed instructions, helpful scre
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
In Cold Blood, TEDTalk: Death Penalty
This handout, with key, requires that students analyze a TEDTalk (argument) about the death penalty. They must analyze how the speaker appeals to ethos, logos, and pathos. They must also identify logical fallacies (though specific terminology is not required). They must identify author's purpose and rhetorical strategies.
The TEDTalk covers themes very similar to In Cold Blood by Truman Capote (how an unstable upbringing can "result" in murderers). This source would work well in a synthesis or
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
September 11th 9/11 The Man in the Red Bandana
September 11th was a tragic day in the history of our country. While it is a sensitive topic, it is one that can still be covered delicately. I choose to educate my students about 9/11 by focusing on the story of Welles Crowther, a former Boston College Lacrosse player and Junior Firefighter turned Equities Trader in NYC. Welles was dubbed "The Man in the Red Bandana" because he used his red bandana to cover his face as he helped many victims of 9/11. I have provided a lesson plan, documentary q
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: September 11th 9/11 Bundle
Media Literacy: Fact, Opinion, and Bias
This 2-3 day, editable Word document mini-unit is geared toward high school students, specifically in language arts, but also for any class in which students will be researching. We assume that older students can easily distinguish between fact and opinion and detect bias in sources, but that is not necessarily the case, especially in today's confusing multimedia landscape. This unit includes a pre-assessment to introduce students to the subtleties of distinguishing fact from opinion and determi
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Media Literacy Complete, No-Prep Unit Bundle
APA Parenthetical Citations BUNDLE
Looking to introduce your students to APA format? This bundle includes handouts, posters, and other worksheets to help your students conquer the dreaded APA format. This bundle includes:1. APA Citation guide (best seller)2. APA Format Notes Presentation with Examples3. APA Parenthetical Citations Poster Set in 3 colors (bright, light, and dark)4. Evaluating Sources Exit Ticket5. Critical Reading Check-In/Exit Ticket6. Textual Evidence Elaboration Verbs Leveled Posters7. Sentence Starter Classroo
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Ku Klux Klan: Comparing the Past To Today
This highly engaging, primary based, interactive Slide Presentation will have students examine; the underlying roots from which the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) came to exist in America, the organization's primary tactics of using intimidation & fear in fighting against social equality, and why many poor whites were recruited to join the KKK organization. Students will delve deeper by comparing the circumstances and social conditions of two former KKK leaders (one who lived during the era of Jim Crow,
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Bundle- Reconstruction, the Ku Klux Klan & Jim Crow
Forensic Science Article : Ballistics & Gun Identification (Worksheet / Sub)
Forensic Science Informational Article : GUN IDENTIFICATIONSubjects: Science, Forensics, Crime, LawGrades: 9-12This assignment is perfect for class work and discussion, homework, or extra credit.The assignment is a 2-page article that highlights areas of ballistics and how guns and bullets can be matched to crimes and evidence at crime scenes.There is a 2-page question sheet to accompany the article.ANSWER KEY IS INCLUDED!DOC & PDF Versions: The worksheet is given as a MS-Word document (
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Argument Structure Overview
This one-page handout breaks down the three major argument structures: Classical, Toulmin and Rogerian. Each element of the argument structure offers a brief description for student reference. This is helpful when students are first learning about the three major arguments and as quick reference later on.Print this out on brightly colored paper and slip it into a plastic sheet protector. Students can snap it into their binder and find it easily when necessary.Hope this is helpful!~Dawn
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Forensic 101 : What is Forensic Science (article / questions) - First Day
Forensic Science Informational Text Article : What is Forensics?Grades: 9-12This assignment is perfect for class work and discussion, homework, or extra credit.The assignment is a 2-page article that highlights the basic fields and information of forensic science. Great for a unit introduction or a first day assignment, There is a 2-page question sheet to accompany the article.DOC & PDF Versions: The worksheet is given as a MS-Word document (DOC) which will allow easy modifying to fit y
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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