Evaluating Media and Identifying Fallacies

• For this assignment, you will write a short response after
  watching one of the following videos. Choose the video that interests
  you most.
• Glenn Beck Political Commentary
• Rant Between Geraldo Rivera and Bill O’Reilly
• Ann Coulter Political Commentary
  • Start by briefly summarizing the clip’s content (2-3 sentences).
  • Next, describe 2-3 examples of evidence that were used to
    support the claims and whether you thought they were effective. If no
    evidence was used, explain the impacts of that gap.
  • Describe what tests for arguments the content would pass or fail. Provide an example to support your response.
  • Finally, identify any fallacies present. Name 1-2 fallacies used, providing specific examples.
• Your work will be scored by the following criteria.

Criteria

Max. Points available

Content: In shaping his/her response, the

student applies vocabulary from the lesson correctly and uses specific

examples to shape his/her discussion. The student describes what tests

for arguments the content would pass or fail and provides an example to

support the response. He/she concludes by identifying 1-2 fallacies

that were used and provides specific examples.

35

Central Idea and Textual Evidence: The

student summarizes the clip’s content and identifies the central idea.

He/she provides 2-3 examples of evidence that were used to support the

claim while including an explanation of any gaps found.

10

Grammar/Mechanics: The assignment has been proofread and spellchecked prior to submission. There are no errors that impede comprehension.

5

Total Possible Points

50