Constructive In this module’s competency assessment, you will write a persuasive thesis statement that proposes a solution to a problem in your community or workplace CM220M2-1: Construct logical arguments. Assessment objective: Create a persuasive, problem-solving thesis statement and evaluate the effectiveness of that thesis using the rhetorical situation and the rhetorical triangle. In this module’s … Read More
think of a current song that takes on a social issue of our times Can you think of a current song that takes on a social issue of our times? Write an initial post in which you: —> indicate the title of the song —> the performer(s) —> whether there are various versions of it —> how you … Read More
Rhetorical Analysis – Josephine Baker, Speech at the March on Washington Rhetorical Analysis – Josephine Baker, Speech at the March on Washington (given on the same day as “I Have a Dream”) Rhetorical Analysis – Josephine Baker, Speech at the March on Washington (given on the same day as “I Have a Dream”) I have … Read More
Persuasive writing What is a PERSUASIVE response (Written or spoken)& how-to best plan it? A persuasive or argument piece is a call for action that utilizes the arsenal of evidence and influence to make the audience think critically, reconsider the topic and adopt the writer’s opinion. Writing persuasive pieces or speeches is a necessary tool … Read More
Essay Two: Analysis Essay For this assignment, you will analyze a text of your choice, examine the rhetorical situation present in the text, then use your understanding of that situation to analyze the text. As we’ve discussed, each text has a purpose. Your task is to evaluate the strategies the author used to achieve their … Read More
ENC 1102 Position Argument The purpose of this essay is to give you the opportunity to practice developing and constructing a written argument in the Aristotelian or Classical style. First, you will explore several viewpoints and perspectives on a controversial issue in order to determine your own position. Second, you will articulate your position and … Read More
Writing & Inquiry Essay 2: Single Source Essay – Rhetorical Analysis [15% of final grade] Rhetoric is defined as the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, especially the use of figures of speech, metaphors, analogy, and other compositional techniques. In terms of rhetorical appeals, how does an author use ethos (credibility), logos (logic), … Read More