For this assignment, you will be writing a letter to our principal, Mrs. Lee, to request that a specific class be added to the curriculum. In your letter, you will need to discuss the course and its contents, support your proposal with specific examples/reasons this course would benefit students, and include a possible counterargument. Remember you are trying to PERSUADE her to add the class! Complete the graphic organizer below to plan out your paper. Turn the graphic organizer into the dropbox for Unit 2 Lesson 6.
Reason 1 and 2 why this course should be added. Be specific and explain. Use persuasive appeals-ethos, pathos, logos. 2-3 sentences
Introduction:
- Introduce yourself and your purpose for writing the letter
- Briefly mention the course you are proposing to be added to the curriculum
Reason 1:
- Explain the importance and relevance of the course to modern society
- Provide specific examples of real-world applications or benefits for students
- Use logos to appeal to Mrs. Lee's logical reasoning
Reason 2:
- Discuss how the course can enhance students' critical thinking skills or provide them with valuable knowledge
- Give specific examples of how the course can improve students' academic performance or future prospects
- Use pathos to appeal to Mrs. Lee's emotional side and show the impact on students' lives
Possible Counterargument:
- Acknowledge a potential concern or objection Mrs. Lee may have about adding the course
- Provide a rebuttal or solution to address this concern and reinforce the importance of the course
- Use ethos to demonstrate your credibility and understanding of the situation
Conclusion:
- Summarize the main points of your argument and reiterate the benefits of adding the course
- Thank Mrs. Lee for considering your proposal and express your hope for a positive outcome