Topics will vary. May be repeated for credit. 3 credits Study of selected classical and contemporary theories of argument and style as a means of improving student's ability to understand, analyze and create argumentative discourse. In-depth analysis of protest in the United States and its effect on politics and culture. 3 credits An overview of major contemporary approaches to the analysis and criticism of public discourse.
Students apply the methods by writing critiques of contemporary oral and written discourse.
Theories of gender and race differences as well as cultural myths, hegemony, and personal, political and religious power are examined. A comparative analysis focusing on communication patterns among different cultural groups living within the United States. May be repeated with a change of content.