This handout is intended to help students and educators differentiate between two genres that are often confused: argumentation and persuasion. Best used near the beginning of the unit, students will want to consult this handy reference often in order to be certain that they understand the demands of each as they complete assignments. Use to solidify the discussion after the initial use of the Argumentation with integrity anticipation guide and/or the Argumentation with integrity: Anticipation guide presentation or Argumentation or persuasion poster.