Public learning track
Critical Evaluation of Oral Arguments and Rhetoric
10th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
7 lessons
Goal
Critique spoken arguments by evaluating rhetorical stances, uncovering logical fallacies, analyzing non-verbal cues, and identifying demagogic manipulation.
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Assessing a Speaker's Stance and Premises
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- 2Identifying Logical Fallacies in Oral PresentationsPremiumNot started yet
- 3Detecting Logical Fallacies and Faulty Reasoning in SpeechesNot started yet
- 4Evaluating Speaker Motive, Bias, and Rhetorical StanceNot started yet
- 5Identifying Demagogic Appeals and Emotional ManipulationNot started yet
- 6Unpacking Intentional Ambiguity and Rhetorical EvasionNot started yet
- 7Interpreting Paralinguistic Cues and Micro-ExpressionsNot started yet
Standards Covered
- OGE.11.SL.3Open Global English Standards 2026™ · Ela · Level 11 / High School 2 (Age 15) · Grade 10Evaluate a speaker's rhetorical stance, reasoning, evidence quality, and delivery techniques, identifying logical fallacies, non-verbal cues, demagogic appeals, and intentional ambiguities.
- OGE.11.SL.2Open Global English Standards 2026™ · Ela · Level 11 / High School 2 (Age 15) · Grade 10Synthesize and critically evaluate information presented in diverse oral and multimedia formats, assessing source credibility, factual accuracy, underlying motivations, and potential bias.
Curriculum Framework
10th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
1
7 lessons
Academic Deliberation and Structured Debate
Lead collegial discussions, manage debate protocols, formulate probing inquiries, and resolve conflicting perspectives through evidence-based consensus.
2
7 lessons
Critical Evaluation of Oral Arguments and Rhetoric
Critique spoken arguments by evaluating rhetorical stances, uncovering logical fallacies, analyzing non-verbal cues, and identifying demagogic manipulation.
3
6 lessons
Multimodal Media Synthesis and Source Interrogation
Cross-examine and synthesize information from podcasts, documentary footage, interactive dashboards, and news broadcasts.
4
7 lessons
Advanced Oratory and Speechmaking Craft
Craft and deliver compelling formal speeches using classical rhetorical figures, precise diction, resonant vocalics, and adaptive audience engagement.
5
7 lessons
Strategic Multimedia and Interactive Presentation Design
Design and integrate data visualizations, digital media assets, and interactive engagement tools to clarify complex quantitative and conceptual ideas.