Presentation of the O2 – Online Course in Rhetoric
Draft Programs
Suggestions on evaluating a possible Online Course in Rhetoric are included at the end of the book.
The aims are:
– to form basic skills that combine a critical analysis of the theoretical rhetorical heritage and analytical skills;
– to develop skills in the implementation of training in oratory and speech delivery;
– to produce different rhetorical genres and formats;
– to prepare arguments;
– to take part in modern media genres.
Presentation
The Online Course in Rhetoric briefly introduces the theoretical and methodological heritage of rhetoric and some contemporary rhetorical and communicative practices.
The course is designed for students who are studying rhetoric.
The course could be useful during training courses or in consultancy to improve oratorical skills.
The course has a practical and methodological focus and it is not intended to represent the wide range of rhetorical knowledge and practices over the millennia.
The course is intended to introduce some of the major topic areas in rhetoric and to present methods of teaching rhetoric and oratory.
The course is divided into 4 parts.
Theoretical module. It briefly presents the theoretical knowledge. Definitions are given. Links are provided to the glossary (a glossary of terms and definitions grouped by different topics and areas of rhetoric), where definitions of over 90 terms are presented. Opportunities to learn additional information from online resources are presented.
Research module. It attempts to synthesize types of analyses concerning orators, rhetorical genres, the role of rhetoric in society, rhetorical arguments, etc.
Application and Practice Module. It aims at developing and improving skills of participation in different genres and formats and gaining practical experience. Rhetorical canons and stages are given. Possible speech structures are outlined.
Learning Module. Training is part of the rhetorical heritage. This module provides options concerning how one can organize the formation, development and improvement of skills in oratory, in particular giving speeches and making speeches, addresses, statements and presentations.
Practical / Training module
The training module includes information about teaching rhetoric, traditional and modern teaching methods as well as options concerning formation, development and refinement of the voice and non-linguistic means. Online resources and recommendations are presented too.
This part of the Online Course in Rhetoric contains a topical glossary that includes rhetorical terms, definitions and examples of some of them.
Modules
Theoretical module
Definitions of rhetoric and types of rhetoric
Basic theoretical terms
Monological rhetorical genres
Dialogical rhetorical formats
Arguments and argumentation
Rhetorical figures and tropes
Contemporary manifestations of rhetoric
Bibliography
Research module
The importance of rhetorical research
Rhetorical analysis by 13 criteria or steps
Rhetorical analysis using basic rhetorical concepts
Rhetorical and other types of debate analysis
Argumentative analysis
Genre analysis
Analysis to derive a model
Multivariate analysis
Rhetorical analysis of manifestations in a virtual environment
Rhetorical analyses of different domains, phenomena, processes
Online resources
Learning Module
Rethinking the traditional rhetorical paradigm
The model from reading to effective speech delivery
Speech structure: techniques and approaches. Practical assignments
Presentations. Practical assignments
Media contributions. Practical assignments
Business meeting. Practical assignments
Podcast. Practical assignments
Bibliography
Practical / Training module
Traditions in teaching rhetoric
Options for teaching rhetoric in the 21st century
Formation, development and refinement of the voice
Formation, development and improvement of non-linguistic means
Modern teaching methods
Online resources and oratory
Summary and recommendations
Bibliography
Glossary
Monological rhetorical genres
Dialogical rhetorical genres
Arguments and argumentation
Rhetorical figures, tropes and techniques
Presentation: types, features
New manifestation of rhetoric: media, civil, virtual
RHEFINE – Rhetoric for Innovative Education, Number 2020-1-PL01-KA203-082274, Erasmus+ Programme, Key Action 2, Cooperation for innovation and the exchange of good practices – Strategic Partnerships for Higher Education.
Partners
University of Warsaw – Poland – coordinator
University of Zagreb – Croatia
Institute of Rhetoric and Communications – Bulgaria