Persuasive Language Techniques in Media Texts | Handout | Media Literacy

Help your students become savvy, critical consumers of media with this engaging and easy-to-use graphic organiser! Designed for high school students, this handout unpacks the persuasive techniques commonly used in media texts such as advertisements, news headlines, or other publications.

This resource introduces students to key persuasive language devices (such as rhetorical questions, emotional appeals, exaggeration, and inclusive language) through a vibrant graphic organiser and real-world examples. Whether you’re introducing a media literacy unit or deepening students’ understanding of persuasive writing, this handout is the perfect addition to your literacy program.