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Course
Description: An introduction to
the study and practice of persuasive discourse using both the rhetorical and
behavioral science traditions. Issues
examined include: strategic planning
and organization, audience analysis, motives and values, effective use of
language, the role of context and purpose, propaganda and the abuse of
persuasion, campaign planning, effective presentation techniques, and the
application of theory and research on persuasion to practical situations. Opportunities are provided for students to
present and analyze persuasive materials orally and in writing as a way of
developing communication and critical abilities. The course also functions to aid students in communication
"consumer protection."
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Course Goals and Policies: The goals of this course include the following:
Students are responsible for all assigned reading material whether or not it is discussed in class and all lecture material whether or not duplicated by readings. Thus, class attendance and participation in class activities is expected. Excessive class absences (after warning) may result in a student being placed on "no cuts" by the instructor or may result in a lowered course grade. In order to meet objectives students must always prepare for class by doing reading in advance as it is assigned and participate at every class meeting preparing answers to discussion questions and homework. Electronic devices (cell phones, etc.) are not to be used or be visible during class without permission of the instructor (Violations of this rule may result in removal of the device, dismissal from class for the day and will result in an unexcused absence). Except for medical or other emergency reasons, assignments will not necessarily be accepted late unless advance arrangements are made. Failure to complete any assignments will result in a substantial grade penalty beyond the weighting shown below - or failure in the course. Enrollment in this course constitutes an agreement by the student to permit the instructor to keep, maintain on file, and share any and all submitted work for the course. The use of electronic devices during class meetings without permission is not acceptable.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY CAN RESULT IN FAILING THIS COURSE and will be reported to the Academic Dean.
Graded Assignments (and approximate
weight of each):
Course Workload:
All assignments will be given a letter grade and averaged
according to the percentages above (e.g. A- = 3.7 x Y%, etc.) in
order to compute the final grade for the course. The instructor
reserves the right to significantly lower course grades for failure
to complete all assignments or for students who cause difficulty in
their work groups. This course is a four
credit course which normally meets 3 days per week. The course
design provides learning opportunities and activities totaling
approximately 11.5 hours per week over the 15 weeks of the course
(including finals week). The assigned activities may take each
student a different amount of time to finish, however the average
for the class will be
about 11.5 hours.
Further
estimates include:
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