Rhetorical Criticism in communication studies can be defined as a descriptive analysis and evaluation of communication methods. A communication critic, in a rhetorical sense, would therefore actively seek out persuasive uses of communication and interpret what the messages are that are being communicated. Methods of communication that are subject to rhetorical criticism include: public speeches,Continue reading “RHETORIC”
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METAPHORS
Metaphors are play a prominent role in our society. Whether they are being used to teach a lesson or make a concept more approachable, they are prevalent in many aspects of our public and private lives. Foss defines a metaphor as, “A non-literal comparison in which a word or phrase from one domain of experienceContinue reading “METAPHORS”
Hayden Coombs 