October 24, 2012

Hi, Friends.  Welcome back.

To make sure we are all on the same track, let me reiterate the homework that is due TODAY.  You needed to have a detailed outline of both sides of your issue.  In addition to your outlines, you needed to have an abstract for these outlines; an abstract is a sneak peak paragraph at your discussion.

Your homework for next week is to pick onside of your argument, create speaker cards, record your speech using one of the programs I show you today, and write a 3x5 of reflection according to the rubric we use in class.  (Obviously, you won't make a notes about body language and appearance.)

Today's Tasks
1- Let's review the rubric I created based off of our last session.  See attached document below.  I have also provided you a hard copy for reference.  Does this rubric meet our needs?

2- Fallacies: What are they?  How can I avoid them?

Check out this video.



Using your phones, find a video that demonstrates the use of fallacious argumentation.  Be prepare to explain the fallacy and provide rationale.

Here is my video.


3- While I review your outlines, I would like for you to to to the link below on a computer or your phone.  There are many fallacies mentioned.  Please create a top ten list with a brief explanation for each.

Fallacies Poster

42 Fallacies

4- Finally, how am I suppose to record my voice?  Well, there are a few options.  You can record your voice on your smartphone and email the file to yourself.  If you have a laptop or computer with a microphone, use that.  If you would like to try something new, try this website.

Vocaroo

After you record your voice, listen to the recording.  Make notes about what to fix according to the rubric.  Make a new recording demonstrating the changes you have made.  Bring both recordings to class