ENGL 3074 - Rhetoric of Social Media

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University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

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Description:

This course will examine the rhetorical strategies of various Social Media pertaining to communication (e-mail, facebook), consumerism (Amazon, craigslist) news (blogs, i-reports), and entertainment (Youtube, fan communities). Through readings, primary and secondary research, and discussion, students will assess and critique how social media are effective (or not), how they function rhetorically, and whether they achieve their purposes. Final projects will include a student research project composed and produced in the most appropriate media for their topics.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uc.edu

Phone Number:

(513) 556-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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