ENG 556 - Studies in Rhetoric

Description:
Extensive reading, analysis, and practice in rhetorical theories and approaches. ENG 456 and ENG 556 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both. May be repeated up to 15 credits under a different subtitle. Course will be offered every year (Fall).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to the Online Professional and Creative Writing MA Program or instructor consent.

Credits:
(5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Articulate foundational importance of key rhetorical thinkers and theorists from a range of historical periods or from a range of theoretical approaches.
Demonstrate the ability to analyze and critique discursive objects using rhetorical theories.
Closely analyze a small selection of rhetorical theories or approaches. (graduate level)
Synthesize a theoretical perspective based on a small selection of rhetorical theories or approaches. (graduate level)
Critique rhetorical cases or documents using a perspective drawn from a small selection of rhetorical theories of approaches. (graduate level)
Lead discussions of current case studies or critical analyses involving rhetorical analysis and/or criticism. (graduate level)
Engage in scholarly discourse surrounding current case studies or critical analyses that deploy rhetorical analysis or criticism.
Demonstrate the ability to generate proposals or ideas capable of generating new knowledge in the field of rhetoric. (graduate level)

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/1/18

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