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ENGL 211

Rhetoric and Civilization 1

English College of Humanities

Course Description

Western civilization from Greek antiquity to the Renaissance emphasizing rhetoric; the arts of language and their role in shaping institutions, values, and beliefs.

When taught

Fall; Winter.

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Note

Fulfills the Civilization 1 GE requirement.

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate your understanding of the texts through written and oral assignments as well as through papers and essay exams.

Learning Outcome

Read carefully and critically primary texts from people and periods in history that have shaped the civilization we now have-particularly our intellectual traditions and values, but also our political, social, educational, and religious institutions.

Learning Outcome

Understand the vocabulary and canons of rhetoric so that you can use the art of rhetoric effectively in listening to, reading, and analyzing the discourse of others, and in speaking and writing clearly and persuasively.