ENGH 488: Topics in Writing and Rhetoric

ENGH 488-003: Advanced Technical Writing
(Spring 2020)

03:00 PM to 04:15 PM TR

Thompson Hall L004

Section Information for Spring 2020

The world is increasingly becoming diverse: ideas are moving, technologies are moving, cultures are moving and people are moving. For this reason, it is important that professionals understand how cultural variations can affect individual and organizational success. This course prepares students for practicing technical communication in international contexts by assigning them to work on real-world projects which will prepare them to design communication materials for international, intercultural and cross-cultural users. Then, we will explore the extent to which cultural and linguistic difference shapes the practice of technical communication globally, and how awareness of cultural assumptions can contribute to effective and ethical communicative practices in the global workplace. The goal of this course is to equip students with the foundational knowledge needed to succeed in the increasing global work environment of today.

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Advanced studies in rhetoric and writing. Introduces key rhetorical terminology and examines how texts construct meaning and how those meanings are determined within social contexts. Topics may include the relationship between rhetorics and poetics, rhetoric and new media, histories of rhetoric, global rhetorics, argument theory, discourse analysis, theories of technical communication, or advanced theories of composition and pedagogy. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: Satisfaction of University requirements in 100-level English and in Mason Core literature.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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