1. An Introduction to Rhetoric: A World of Ideas By Lee A Jacobs
Life Class:
The World is a Text

2. “Rhetoric, don’t leave home without it!”

3. What is Rhetoric?

5. For example…logos at play
How does the following clip use logos to convince you that body language influences who you are? <iframe src=" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen></iframe> Analyze the structure and delivery of her message.

6. It’s all about DEVELOPMENT!
Be vigilant and NOTICE the strategy used!
It’s everywhere!
This takes time and it also depends on your own interest in a topic.

7. What is a Thesis Statement again?
Topic + Opinion/Position/Rationale = Thesis
p World of Ideas
They differ!
States a position
Establishes a cause
States an opinion
Analyzes a circumstance
Defines a condition
Establishes a conclusion

8. Sample Thesis Statements!
See pg. 27 in World of Ideas!

9. Methods of Support or How to Back up your claims
See pg. 28 in World of Ideas

10. Three Types of Argument!
Classical Argument
Toulmin Argument
Rogerian Argument

11. The Basic Parts of an Argument
Beginning—How does it start?
Middle—How is it being maintained or supported?
End—How does it close? Does it convince you?

12. Thoughts from the Tao-te Ching by Lao Tzu and Tatoos on the Heart by Father Gregory Boyle
As you read
What is their leadership styles?
Would you want to be led by them? Why?

13. Father Gregory Boyle Tattoos on the Heart
Lao Tzu Thoughts form the Tao-te Ching
How does he present his argument for supporting and rehabilitating gang members?
How does he present his argument fordoing less and acquiring more control?