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Persuasion and Influence

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1. Exploring the Purpose of Persuasive Texts

Suggested Learning Intentions

To develop an understanding of the purpose and range of persuasive text types

Sample Success Criteria

I can explain why people write persuasive texts
I can express an opinion or point of view

2. Analysing Persuasive Elements in a Literary Text: The Island

Suggested Learning Intentions

To interpret an author’s point of view
To explore how evaluative language is used to influence the reader

Sample Success Criteria

I can suggest an author’s point of view
I can identify an example of evaluative language
I can use evaluative language to influence the reader

3. Analysing Persuasive Elements in Visual Texts

Suggested Learning Intentions

To understand how authors use images and language to persuade the reader

Sample Success Criteria

I can identify the author’s intention or point of view
I can compare and contrast the visual elements in persuasive texts
I can suggest the effectiveness of different approaches

4. Analysing Persuasive Techniques in Written Texts

Suggested Learning Intentions

To understand how authors use language, images and evidence to present their views and influence the reader

Sample Success Criteria

I can identify the author’s intention or point of view
I can identify and discuss an example of evaluative language
I can identify the evidence the author uses to support their point of view

5. Analysing Persuasive Texts: Collaborative Investigation

Suggested Learning Intentions

To recognise that texts are written to reflect the viewpoint of the author
To identify the techniques authors use to develop a persuasive text

Sample Success Criteria

I can identify particular features in a persuasive text
I can collaborate with my peers to present our ideas clearly in writing and during discussion

6. Creating Persuasive Texts: Developing Ideas

Suggested Learning Intentions

To develop a clear point of view on a topic of interest

Sample Success Criteria

I can use thinking tools to organise my ideas on a topic
I can clearly express my point of view

7. Creating Persuasive Texts: From Talking to Writing

Suggested Learning Intentions

To examine how spoken texts differ from written texts
To use noun groups and conjunctions to write clearly

Sample Success Criteria

I can use formal language to present a point of view
I can use nouns, noun groups and conjunctions to improve my writing
I can use vocabulary to improve the meaning of a text

8. Creating Persuasive Texts: Modelled, Shared and Independent Writing

Suggested Learning Intentions

To present a point of view using persuasive text features
To support an argument with logical reasons and evidence

Sample Success Criteria

I can present a point of view clearly
I can support my point of view with reason and evidence
I can use persuasive techniques to strengthen my point of view

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