285 2 Persuasion,Indoctrination, and Inoculation

Select one of the following topics:

• Voting for your favorite political candidate
• Joining a religious group
• Refraining from driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper that persuades your classmates to take action in support of your position.

Create a plan for indoctrination and inoculation. Use logical inquiry and problem solving to arrive at a recommendation. Adhere to the following guidelines:

• Use central arguments and peripheral cues.
• Use logic and emotion to support your position.
• Explain why you might be a credible source to deliver this message.
• Anticipate counterarguments.
• Develop a plan of indoctrination for your class.
• Develop a plan of inoculation against attacks on your position.
• Reference at least two outside sources.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines