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Glossary of Rhetorical Terms

Created by Alisa Cooper Jun 27, 2009 at 2:07pm. Last updated by Alisa Cooper Jun 27.

Module I

Created by Alisa Cooper Aug 21, 2008 at 6:16pm. Last updated by Alisa Cooper Jun 12.

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ENG101 Course Announcements

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Alisa Cooper

I'm Back! Did You Miss Me?

Okay, don't answer that and hurt my feelings. Other than a few problems with the quiz, it looks like things are going smoothly. I didn't post a podcast. Did you miss it? I can whip one up for you in a bit if you want. Where are you stuck? Do you understand the module focus? I'm relying on you to let me know what you need. I know it's a lot of work, but you're almost finished. Only a week and half left. Whew!


I'll be working on grading today and tomorrow. If you need anything, shoot me

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Posted by Alisa Cooper on July 2, 2009 at 11:37am — 2 Comments

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Module III Quiz Posted Monday

The Module III quiz (Quiz #3) will be available until Wednesday at midnight. Please take the quiz during this time. You will have 45 minutes, and the quiz is meant to be taking using no notes or books. Test your knowledge from your reading. The quiz password is Pepper78. You can access the quiz in the Module III, Day 6-7: June 27-28th: Module III Quiz.
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Posted by Alisa Cooper on June 28, 2009 at 5:30pm — 1 Comment

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Module III Day 5 & Day 6-7 Podcast

Writing is a process, and one of the most important parts of the process is revision. Revision is important because it helps us to perfect our craft. Listen to today's podcast to learn more about rewrites and Essay #2:


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Posted by Alisa Cooper on June 27, 2009 at 3:00pm — 1 Comment

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Last Day for Late Work

The last day to submit late work from Module II is tomorrow. If you are missing Assn. #3 and/or Assn. #4, you need to submit them right away for half credit. Half credit is better than no credit. Also, Essay #1 is also part of Module II and the last day submit that essay is also tomorrow (Sunday) by midnight. So it's not too late yet. Get busy. Submit the late work in the original upload spot which is the appropriately title folder in Blackboard --> Module II, Day ??, Assn# or Essay #1.

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Posted by Alisa Cooper on June 27, 2009 at 2:30pm

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Module III Day 3-4 Podcast

Posted by Alisa Cooper on June 24, 2009 at 1:35pm

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Discussion 6: Arguments for/against Gay Marriage 8 Replies

Watch the following YouTube video: "Why Gay Marriage is WRONG." Discuss the arguments that the young man presents. Which do you find valid? Which are invalid? Argue your position.

Started by Alisa Cooper in Module IV Forum Mar 24.

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Discussion 8: Video Essay Arguments 5 Replies

Answer the following questions about the video below: What is the claim being made? How is it being supported? How do the images/ included video support the claim? How does the musical "bed" (sound...

Started by Alisa Cooper in Module IV Forum. Last reply by Alisa Cooper Apr 15.

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Discussion 7: What makes an argument? 7 Replies

What makes a good argument? How do people make strong arguments? What are some strategies? How are video arguments better than written ones? Which do you like better?

Tagged: video, argument

Started by Alisa Cooper in Module IV Forum Mar 24.

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This was a great video, and especially the music, I was able to relate to this video in many ways no propaganda I have listened to this song over and over but never really saw the true meaning of mercy mercy me Marvin had a message on waste before...
Logos was a big factor in this video for me, such as the reason we should care about the planet earth and what we, rather are you doing to preserve it. also seems with the scenes some pathos to appeal to the emotional side
angelica jimenez added 2 blog posts10 hours ago
Like the presidential debate. Sadly enough only one person knew what was going on this term.
So right. That is probably the most irritating thing, ignorance.
You are completely right. You have to be knowledgeable about all the facts behind the topic.
A good argument is when someone is knowledgeable about the topic up for discussion. When they truly have dug deep and understood all the facts behind the issue and have a idea of a resolution to put into place. Video arguments are stronger because...
Mati Aamed added 2 blog posts15 hours ago
 
 

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