Writing for Influence

Catalog description

Study and practice in developing persuasive written argument through the use of rhetorical strategies to articulate various positions to specific audiences. Focus on study of classical and contemporary written argument; practice in writing arguments in a variety of genres for text and digital platforms; and study of the contemporary culture of “Influence” through evaluation of arguments and rhetorical strategies employed by “Influencers” in text and on digital platforms. Prerequisite: Writing II.