Propaganda More effective than you think!
Purpose of Propaganda to accept a particular belief or opinion, to adopt a certain behavior or to perform a particular action benefits the sponsor appeals to emotions not the intellect
Propaganda Techniques the use of a variety of communication techniques that create an emotional appeal
Testimonial/Endorsement a famous or regular person claims to have used the product successfully Jennifer Hudson for Weight Watchers a famous person lends their name or face to sell a product Eli Manning for Citizens Watch
Glittering Generalities using attractive words without mentioning details “With a name like Smuckers… it has to be good”
Transfer using words or images that will get your feelings about one thing transferred to another, especially feelings of patriotism, love, wealth, or faith George Washington driving a Dodge Challenger George Washington driving a Dodge Challenger
Plain Folk using the appeal of everyday looking people who understand your needs in ads Volkswagen Passat “Darth Vader” Commercial Volkswagen Passat “Darth Vader” Commercial
Bandwagon appeal to a person’s need to be a part of what everyone else is doing “Don’t be the last to know!”
Name Calling using negative words to convince the consumer to buy one product over another “I’m a MAC. “I’m a PC”
Awards/Urgency a promise of something discounted or free if the consumer buys within a limited time “Buy one, get one free!”
Appeal to the Emotion the strategy of appealing to one’s emotions, often fear, instead of logic and reason Allstate – “Mayhem is everywhere. Are you in good hands?”“Mayhem is everywhere. Are you in good hands?”
Scientific Approach/ Statistics presenting statistics and scientific wording to persuade an audience “Kills 99.9% of bacteria!”
Repetition the act of repeating a statement to reinforce it “Head-On!” Beggin Strips! “I’m a MAC. “I’m a PC”
Understanding the use of Propaganda save money assist in making better decisions help distinguish between fact and opinion aid in persuading others