Rhetoric Courses

... a rhetor (a person who uses rhetoric to persuade) and as a rhetorical critic (one who analyzes the rhetoric of others). Both the rhetor and the rhetorical critic write to persuade; both ask and answer important questions. Always one of their goals is to create new knowledge for all of us, so no endeavor... Learn about: Critical Thinking...

...Rhetoric majors are trained in the history of rhetorical theory and practice, grounded in argumentation and in the analysis of the symbolic and institutional dimensions of discourse. The department offers both a pragmatic understanding of the elements of rhetorical analysis, with special attention... Learn about: Public Speaking...

...To minor in Rhetoric, students must complete 18 credit hours in courses such as Fundamentals of Public Speaking and Communication Theory... Learn about: Public Sector, Communications Planning, Communication Theory...

..., Writing and Rhetoric Program faculty and professional staff offer one on one tutorials in critical thinking and writing for all students. writing... Learn about: Communication Training...

...This course is an introduction to the history, theory, practice, and implications of rhetoric, the art and craft of persuasion. This course specifically focuses on the ways that scientists use various methods of persuasion in the construction of scientific knowledge... Learn about: Construction Training...

...The Department of Rhetoric offers an interdisciplinary PhD program focusing on the study of rhetorical theory and the interaction of the historical concerns of rhetoric with contemporary critical theory across a broad spectrum of disciplines. Crucial to the department's approach is an investigation... Learn about: Public Speaking...

...The major in Rhetoric provides the knowledge and practice of oral and written communication skills in order to communicate and evaluate communication effectively in the workplace and within society. Students develop and deliver speeches, analyze arguments from a variety of oral and written sources... Learn about: Public Speaking, Communication Theory, Communication Training...

..., Writing and Rhetoric Program faculty and professional staff offer one on one tutorials in critical thinking and writing for all students. writing... Learn about: Communication Training...

... another "Writing and Rhetoric" class at MIT. Writers are witnesses. — E. L. Doctorow You write in order to change the world…if you alter, even... Learn about: Social Change...

... to explore various aspects of rhetoric and composition including the Writing Program, the Writing Center, and the Indiana Writing Project. As a student in our program, you will: Investigate the influences of digital and multimedia writing alongside rhetorical history, research, methodologies, and composition... Learn about: English studies, English Conversation, Across Genres...

... rhetoric or composition scholars take courses in composition pedagogy and rhetorical theory and elect one of several available concentrations in American cultural rhetorics, critical and community literacies, digital rhetoric and professional writing, and teaching English to speakers of other languages... Learn about: Professional Writing...

..., communication, and analytical skills essential to effective and efficient work productivity. The Bachelor of Arts in English introduces students to literature, rhetoric, grammar and composition as a disciplined course of study. Students will gain a multifaceted understanding of the major literary genres... Learn about: English Language, Critical Thinking, Communication Training...

...This course takes rhetoric as a system for designing meaning that helps us understand complex situations and ideas, enlighten and persuade others to act, and thus reshape our world. We’ll study rhetoric systematically and empirically, both analyzing how it works on us as readers, and testing how...

... alongside rhetorical history, research methodologies, and composition pedagogies. Additionally, graduate coursework in Writing Program and Writing Center administration prepares students for future faculty administrative appointments. Our flexible program encourages you to combine studies in rhetoric... Learn about: Theories in Composition...

...The Master of Arts degree in Digital Rhetoric and Professional Writing serves both as a professional degree for students interested in a technical and professional writing career track and as a preparatory degree for doctoral work in rhetoric, writing, communication studies, media studies... Learn about: Professional Writing, Communication Training...

... Italian Literary and Cultural Contexts Learned Culture: Rhetoric, Politics and Identity Literary and Cultural Theory 1 Middle Eastern Literary and Cultural... Learn about: Literary Revolutions, Comparative Literature, Contemporary Literature...

..., is the opiate of the people. — David Remnick Clear eyes, full heart: can't lose. — Coach Taylor, Friday Night Lights In this Writing and Rhetoric class we examine...

... with your audiencemake presentations more dynamic and impactful by using verbal andnon-verbal communication to your advantageuse the tools of rhetoric and motivational fillers strategicallyappeal to audience interests and motivationdeal confidently with difficult situations and people, involving posing...

...The Minor in American Studies, which is administered by the Department of Writing, Rhetoric and American Cultures, will provide a minimum foundation in the field’s approaches and methods and their interdisciplinary application in the student’s choice of subfields...

..., Writing and Rhetoric Program faculty and professional staff offer one on one tutorials in critical thinking and writing for all students. writing... Learn about: Communication Training...