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Classical Rhetoric and Modern Political Discourse

Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyUnited States21W.747
Free, no sign-up neededSpring 2015English
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This course is an introduction to the history, theory, practice, and implications of rhetoric, the art and craft of persuasion through Analyzing persuasive texts and speeches Creating persuasive texts and speeches Through class discussions, presentations, and written assignments, you will get to practice your own rhetorical prowess. Through the readings, you’ll also learn some ways to make yourself a more efficient reader, as you turn your analytical skills on the texts themselves.

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