Chapter 1:
RHETORIC: The art, theory, and practice of communication.
Purpose (via Aristotle): 1. To express our own ideas and thoughts. 2. To protect ourselves from those who would try to manipulate or harm us.
Language can be used for GOOD or ILL. Examples?
Communication has never been easier-- or harder. Explain.
"The only real alternative to war is rhetoric." -Wayne Booth Explain.
Page 7 contains a discussion of "putting in your oar." You are to listen first. Explain.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." -Margaret Mead Discuss. Give examples. Why can this be frustrating? Think about recent examples (fracking, gay marriage, etc.).
Steps for thinking and engaging rhetorically:
1. Listen.
2. Hear what others are saying and think about why.
3. What do you think and why?
4. Do your homework. Analyze and synthesize.
5. Give credit.
6. Be imaginative.
7. Put in your oar.
Chapter 2:
Consider your rhetorical situation as you are writing: purpose, audience, stance, genre, medium, and design.
Go through checklists on pages 20-23.
Chapter 3:
Know your rhetorical situation.
As a student in an English class, you will have specific guidelines to follow with each given assignment. Make sure you understand those guidelines before you write. Use peer editing sessions to clear up any questions you may have about the specifics of the assignment.
Chapter 4:
Collaboration: Why is this an important skill?
In this class, you will collaborate in many ways: Peer editing will allow you to collaborate with classmates on how to perfect a paper. Presentations will allow you work together to build presentations that creatively and effectively convey information and ideas to your audience.
In group presentations, remember to:
Recognize everyone.
Listen carefully.
Establish ground rules.
Make an effort to develop trust and group identity.
Get organized.
Develop nonthreatening ways to deal with problems.
Encourage free play of ideas.
Expect the unexpected.
Be flexible about how you meet.
--pages 34-35
Chapter 5:
How will you use rhetoric in the workplace? What jobs will rhetoric prepare you for? pg. 39
Chapter 6:
Writing and Rhetoric in the Workplace
The email assignment
Sample student email:
Sender: blusher1@gmail
Message:
i wanted to know if i missed anything in class today
_______________________________________________________________________
I receive messages like this more often than I should. What is wrong with the above email?
Read Chapter 6, "Writing and Rhetoric in the Workplace" (starts on page 41).
Then, compose an email to me: Ms. Hollie Domingue; [email protected] --
(make sure you type in the address correctly!).
Your email should be formal and professional. It should include a relevant subject in the subject line, a greeting, an introduction that includes your name, and a proper closing. Punctuation, grammar, and spelling should be checked.
This is my first impression of you as a writer.
The email should contain:
A short introduction-- who are you? I challenge you to find a key word or theme (something you'll hear a lot about in the coming weeks) that defines you-- something that I can remember you by. Tell me something about your experience with English class and your goals for this one. This assignment has "loose" criteria; the main goal here is to compose a professionally sounding, formal email that establishes a student-teacher connection.
It should be fairly brief... approximately 2-3 paragraphs and 10-12 sentences total... for those of you who thrive on specific guidelines! See page 48-49 for similar examples.
This email is due by midnight tonight.
RHETORIC: The art, theory, and practice of communication.
Purpose (via Aristotle): 1. To express our own ideas and thoughts. 2. To protect ourselves from those who would try to manipulate or harm us.
Language can be used for GOOD or ILL. Examples?
Communication has never been easier-- or harder. Explain.
"The only real alternative to war is rhetoric." -Wayne Booth Explain.
Page 7 contains a discussion of "putting in your oar." You are to listen first. Explain.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." -Margaret Mead Discuss. Give examples. Why can this be frustrating? Think about recent examples (fracking, gay marriage, etc.).
Steps for thinking and engaging rhetorically:
1. Listen.
2. Hear what others are saying and think about why.
3. What do you think and why?
4. Do your homework. Analyze and synthesize.
5. Give credit.
6. Be imaginative.
7. Put in your oar.
Chapter 2:
Consider your rhetorical situation as you are writing: purpose, audience, stance, genre, medium, and design.
Go through checklists on pages 20-23.
Chapter 3:
Know your rhetorical situation.
As a student in an English class, you will have specific guidelines to follow with each given assignment. Make sure you understand those guidelines before you write. Use peer editing sessions to clear up any questions you may have about the specifics of the assignment.
Chapter 4:
Collaboration: Why is this an important skill?
In this class, you will collaborate in many ways: Peer editing will allow you to collaborate with classmates on how to perfect a paper. Presentations will allow you work together to build presentations that creatively and effectively convey information and ideas to your audience.
In group presentations, remember to:
Recognize everyone.
Listen carefully.
Establish ground rules.
Make an effort to develop trust and group identity.
Get organized.
Develop nonthreatening ways to deal with problems.
Encourage free play of ideas.
Expect the unexpected.
Be flexible about how you meet.
--pages 34-35
Chapter 5:
How will you use rhetoric in the workplace? What jobs will rhetoric prepare you for? pg. 39
Chapter 6:
Writing and Rhetoric in the Workplace
The email assignment
Sample student email:
Sender: blusher1@gmail
Message:
i wanted to know if i missed anything in class today
_______________________________________________________________________
I receive messages like this more often than I should. What is wrong with the above email?
Read Chapter 6, "Writing and Rhetoric in the Workplace" (starts on page 41).
Then, compose an email to me: Ms. Hollie Domingue; [email protected] --
(make sure you type in the address correctly!).
Your email should be formal and professional. It should include a relevant subject in the subject line, a greeting, an introduction that includes your name, and a proper closing. Punctuation, grammar, and spelling should be checked.
This is my first impression of you as a writer.
The email should contain:
A short introduction-- who are you? I challenge you to find a key word or theme (something you'll hear a lot about in the coming weeks) that defines you-- something that I can remember you by. Tell me something about your experience with English class and your goals for this one. This assignment has "loose" criteria; the main goal here is to compose a professionally sounding, formal email that establishes a student-teacher connection.
It should be fairly brief... approximately 2-3 paragraphs and 10-12 sentences total... for those of you who thrive on specific guidelines! See page 48-49 for similar examples.
This email is due by midnight tonight.