From Social Media Shaming To Social Media Activism
- Look at some online Editorials from main newspapers to get an idea: o The New York Times: http://nyti.ms/1SqmV4e
o The Globe & Mail: https://tgam.ca/2iV3B1s
o The Toronto Star: http://on.thestar.com/2cmCibf - As you read through a few editorials consider, the following questions: o What is the opinion/call to action in the editorial?
o What evidence is used to make/support its argument?
o How persuasive is it? Is it effective?
o What do you notice about the language and tone of the editorial? How do I begin?
- Start by reading Ronson’s piece a few times.
- As you’re reading it, think through the following queries: What is/are the central argument(s) presented by Ronson? What facts are used to support these? What are potential gaps or weaknesses in the argument?
- If there are things (references, words, etcetera) you’re unfamiliar with in the editorial, look them up. Understand Ronson’s piece inside out: understand it very deeply.
- Ask yourself: What stands out for me? What do I find interesting? What angers or excites me? Do I agree with Ronson’s take on the issue(s)? What is my take?
- The focus of your editorial is for you to decide.
- You might base your editorial on the Sacco case, or one of the other examples Ronson mentions, or, you might want to share your opinion on public shaming on social media (but be clear).
- The editorial is based on your opinion, but opinion(s) must be supported by facts. Your facts must be drawn from reliable outside sources: this means you must find sources other than Ronson’s editorial. You must include at least four reliable outside sources . You should consider linking some of your discussion to course themes and concepts we’ve discussed, and citing appropriate course reading.
- Briefly summarize the Ronson piece in a few sentences.
- Explain how your editorial offers points of departure from Ronson (in other words, explain
the ways your editorial is different than his), creating an original argument.
- Briefly explain the focus of your piece. What is its point? Why should your reader continue reading? Your introduction is meant to hook the reader and draws them into your editorial.
- In a few sentences, briefly reiterate the main arguments of your editorial. A reiteration is not a restatement: you are not just repeating yourself – you are emphasizing clearly.
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