CMJ 401 - Speech, Space, Event: Critical Applications

Introduction to the subject of criticism from a rhetorical perspective. Examines methods of critical reading, criticism of several kinds of texts, including speeches, social spaces, and events, and how texts are made meaningful and why. Involves application of evaluative criteria such as aesthetics, truth, effects and especially ethics.

Satisfies the General Education Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives, Writing Intensive and Capstone Experience Requirements.

Prerequisites & Notes
CMJ 201 and junior standing.

Credits: 3