Even things we think are “JUST” entertainment, are in actuality arguments. Listen to your favorite cd, watch your favorite tv show, watch music videos, look at paintings, read some poetry and think, what does this artist what me to believe?

Bring a copy of the Art to class, a hand out and prepare to explain informally to the class why you think this art is an argument. Tell us what the artist is arguing in favor of or in opposition of.

This will be an informal presentation – no outlines are necessary. Students must either show or let us listen to the art they are presenting. (e.g. if you are talking about a tv show you must bring a clip of the show that illustrates your point, if you are discussing a song bring the lyrics and the song to play to the class)

Graded criteria:

The Art

Clear delivery for no more than 5 minutes

Understanding of the argument presented

A handout that contains the following:

Ø      A statement of what the argument is, what are they claiming, what is their proof or support for their claim?

Ø      An opinion as to whether it is a valid argument or not and why

     Ø      The lyrics, poem, copy of the artwork, or brief outline of storyline

Ø      Who is the target audience for this artwork?

Ø      What is the story? Who are the heroes? Who are the villains?

Ø      What are the objective facts? What are the generalizations?