Module 1: Introduction to Critical Thinking, Rhetoric and the Writing Process (Recommended time: 1.5 weeks)
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This Module, Introduction to Critical Thinking, Rhetoric, and the Writing Process seeks to acquaint the student with the writing process, principles of rhetoric and how they might be applied to the analysis of, as well as the writing of, argumentative texts.
Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:- Define the term "rhetoric" and describe the use of pathos, ethos, and logos in short texts (Course Outcome #3)
- Identify aspects of the writing process as a recursive process focused on brainstorming ideas, writing drafts, and revising (Course Outcome #1).
- Recognize and practice basic conventions for writing academic essays (Course Outcome #4)
- Write a short essay demonstrating preliminary writing skills (Course Outcome #4).
To achieve these objectives:
- Read the Module 1 Introduction
- Read Chapters 1 and 3 in Rhetoric Matters: A Guide to Success in the First Year Writing Class.
- Complete the Diagnostic Writing Assessment (meets module objectives 3 and 4).
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Students mustMark as done
Ch. 1--The Introduction from Rhetoric Matters: A Guide to Success in First Year Writing
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Students mustMark as done
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