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SCOM 343. Contemporary Rhetorical Theory and Practice

Cross listed with: WRTC 430  
Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 012372

Examines contemporary rhetorical theory and practice in relation to specific social, economic and technological changes in the 20th century, with particular emphasis on theoretical frameworks. Students learn about the changing needs of postmodern communicators and how new rhetorical theories have developed to anticipate, respond to, and shape those changes. Also explored is the value of contemporary rhetorical theories for communicative and performative events. Prerequisite(s): WRTC 200  and WRTC 201  or permission of instructor.