Propaganda
What is it, how and why it is used, and its implications
during the
Holocaust.
Propaganda is information that is spread for the purpose of promoting some cause.
These modern
examples of propaganda from the The
Propaganda Remix Project are obviously biased against the U.S. government
and President Bush. They were created by an American, former Army serviceman
Micah Wright, as a form of protest.
Propaganda is used by individuals, organizations, and governments to try to influence people. The examples on the left are very obvious in their intent, but often propaganda is much more subtle. The key to understanding propaganda is to be able to determine the bias and how the propagandist is trying to manipulate you.
Propaganda Techniques are often used by advertisers who are trying to sell you something.
Be savvy - ask questions!
You will be broken up into groups and each group will be assigned one of the propaganda techniques.
1. Read about your assigned propaganda technique.
2. Write down your assigned propaganda technique, an explanation of the technique, and examples of the technique in your notes. Try to find and show modern examples (like advertisements, politics, etc.).
3. Present your propaganda technique to the class. Explain the technique and give examples. Be clear and concise. Students will be required to write this in their notes. Be prepared to answer clarifying questions.
Assignment
#2 - Individual Work
Nazi Propaganda,
1933-1945
Choose two examples from the site given above, one text and one visual.
Describe each example, explain why it is propaganda, and identify the
technique that was used. You should write one paragraph minimum per example.
DUE Tuesday, January 22nd.
Write a reflective paragraph about the pictures and text in this book. DUE - Tuesday, January 22nd.
Assignment #4- Propaganda Comparison
Click here to see Nazi Anti-Semitic propaganda compared to modern propaganda from Arabic newspapers. Complete the worksheet that you can print HERE.
DUE - Wednesday, January 23rd.
Assignment #5 - Creative Project
Create a piece of Nazi propaganda.
-Use at least one of the propaganda techniques that we covered in class.
-You must create a slogan supporting actual Nazi beliefs.
-You must include an explanation of what technique you utilized and how you utilized it. Explain who your audience is and describe the desired effect.
Your propaganda can be either visual or audio.
*Your advertisement will be graded on creativity, effort, and use of propaganda technique.*
DUE Thursday, January 24th.