Propaganda

__Bias & Propaganda__

Propaganda can be as blatant as a swastika or as subtle as a joke. Its persuasive techniques are regularly applied by politicians, advertisers, journalists, radio personalities, and others who are interested in influencing human behavior.
 * Bias-** A person who prefers one thing over the other has bias.
 * Propaganda-** Technique used to influence people.

**__Propaganda Techniques__** Bandwagon Testimonial Glittering Generalities Euphemisms Name Calling Emotional Appeal Loaded Words

**__Propaganda Resources__** __[|Gallery of Nazi Propaganda from U.S. Holocaust Museum]__ [|Nazi Propaganda] [|Propaganda in WWII Article] [|What is propaganda?] [|WWII Posters]

**__Objectives: R.11.B.3.2__** Distinguish between essential and nonessential information within or between texts. - Identify and/or interpret bias and propaganda techniques in nonfictional text.

**__Assignment:__** After copying the notes into your foldable, create your own propaganda posters for each of the techniques. You may use posters that have already been created and recreate them or cut and paste them into your foldable. You may also create a poster for a newly invented brand or your school.

**__Due Date:__** <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Friday Feb. 18th