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English 350-240-001 Rhetoric, Writing, and Culture: Rhetorics of Resistance and Revolt Instr:
Erica Frisicaro
Course Information: MW 2:05-3:20 BUS N130
Course Description What makes a message "resistant" or "rebellious?" How do we frame revolution and rebellion in contemporary culture? What will be the impact of technology on the dissemination of resistant texts and sentiment in the twenty-first century? These are just a few of the key questions we will seek to address as a group throughout the semester. This course will help make students familiar with the methods and forums
through which resistance has been communicated in American culture.
In examining the rhetorical and cultural contexts, styles, and effects
of revolutionary texts drawn from public speech, writing, film, and music,
the class will aim to:
1). Critique the effectiveness and importance of resistant rhetorics in shaping American political and popular culture. 2). Explore, define, and develop writing strategies that serve
to reflect dissent and influence reform in meaningful ways.
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