Persuasive+Speech

You are required to give a short (1 minute) speech to the class that attempts to persuade the class to adopt your point of view. You can argue that:
 * Year 9 Issues Oral Presentation **
 * Advertising is beneficial and should be increased
 * Advertising has negative effects and should be reduced or banned
 * Advertising to children should be more strongly regulated
 * Advertising to children should not be limited
 * Homeless people should be given greater assistance
 * Life in Pleasantville is perfect when everything is black and white.
 * Freedom of expression should not be limited
 * Books should never be burnt

You will need to develop a thorough understanding of your chosen argument which means that you will need to learn about both sides of the argument. You will need to consider the following questions: // You will need to speak for one minute and no longer than two minutes. // You can have cue cards to help you but ensure that you do not just read straight off the cards. Remember to make eye contact with your audience.
 * 1) Why is it an issue?
 * 2) Who is involved in the issue?
 * 3) What are the main arguments for each side of the issue?
 * 4) What evidence does each side present to support their viewpoint?
 * 5) Who has an expert opinion on the issue and what is it?
 * 6) Which side are you on? Justify your opinion.
 * In your speech, you should identify your point of view and provide reasons and evidence to support your point of view. You should also acknowledge any opposing arguments to demonstrate that you have a strong understanding of the issue as a whole and of the arguments that each side presents. If possible, you should also explain why the opposing arguments are not as convincing as your arguments. **


 * __ Criteria for Assessment: __**
 * ** Criteria ** || ** Very High 5 ** || ** High 4 ** || ** Medium 3 ** || ** Low 2 ** || ** Very Low 1 ** || ** Not Shown ** ||
 * ** Knowledge of the issue **
 * ** Effective research and analysis of the main arguments on both sides of the issue **
 * ** Preparation of a point of view, justified with reasoning and evidence ** ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * ** Structure **
 * ** Appropriate selection, ordering and development of ideas ** ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * ** Presentation **
 * ** Effective use of eye contact and appropriate body language **
 * ** Expressiveness and fluency ** ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||