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Which subject	English
What topic	persuasive Essay
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Persuasive Essay

Subject

English

Topic

Persuasive Essay

Grade/Age Group

Any Grade (Appropriate for middle or high school students)

Objectives

• Students will understand the structure of a persuasive essay.
• Students will be able to identify persuasion techniques and their effectiveness.
• Students will draft an outline for a persuasive essay on a given topic.
• Students will practice writing persuasive arguments.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and slides for examples
• Printed handouts with persuasive techniques and essay structure
• Writing tools (paper, pens/pencils)
• Access to laptops/tablets (optional for research)

Class Size

20 Students

Lesson Length

30 Minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

• The lesson aligns with the Common Core Standards for Writing, particularly in persuasive writing and argumentation.

Homework

Students will draft a complete persuasive essay based on their outlines. The homework will be checked for completion without students presenting in front of the class.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (Minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Persuasion	5	Briefly introduce persuasive writing. Discuss its purpose and relevance in real life.
2	Discuss Persuasive Techniques	10	Present different techniques (speaker credibility, emotional appeal, logical arguments). Provide examples on slides.
3	Structure of a Persuasive Essay	5	Outline the basic structure: introduction, body (arguments), and conclusion. Explain the role of each part.
4	Group Activity	5	Break students into small groups. Assign a topic and have them brainstorm persuasive arguments.
5	Individual Outline Drafting	5	Students individually outline their persuasive essays based on group discussions. Assist as needed.
6	Conclusion and Homework Assigning	3	Summarize key points and explain the homework assignment (writing their essay).
7	Q&A Session	2	Open the floor for any final questions or clarifications.

Additional Notes

• Ensure a supportive atmosphere where students feel comfortable sharing ideas.
• Encourage the use of critical thinking when identifying persuasive techniques.
• Circulate during group activities to facilitate and encourage engagement.

Lesson script