News literacy is critical for future students. I think one thing I learned in middle school and not sure they even teach anymore is advertising techniques, like:
Bandwagon
Testimonial
Emotional Appeal
Humor
Anti-bandwagon
Slogan
Glittering Generality
Product Comparison
Repetition
Weasel Words
Understanding the basic construction of ads can help people understand when they are "being sold something" as opposed to informed.
Bandwagon
Testimonial
Emotional Appeal
Humor
Anti-bandwagon
Slogan
Glittering Generality
Product Comparison
Repetition
Weasel Words
Understanding the basic construction of ads can help people understand when they are "being sold something" as opposed to informed.