Introduce the session, greet the students, and generate excitement about becoming a media detective. Emphasize the importance of critical thinking when consuming media messages.

Review and define key terms. Ask students if they have heard these terms before and encourage them to share what they think these words mean.

Show a media example (could be a screenshot of an advertisement or a news excerpt) that illustrates persuasive techniques. Engage the students by asking them to identify what techniques they notice.

Facilitate an interactive discussion. Ask students to share their observations and discuss how media messages might influence their perceptions.