Intro. to Rhetorical Criticism

Introduces the principles of reasoning and rhetoric and their application to the analysis and evaluation of public discourse. Examines both the technique and the substance of discourse by exploring rhetorical strategies, quality of argument, quality of support for claims, use of language, fallacies, as well as the demands placed on the speaker by the audience. Emphasizes the integration of critical thinking principles with techniques of effective written and spoken discourse. Prerequisites: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: SPCH M25.