Something to reflect on from this weeks class was learning about graduate school. It’s something that I am considering myself, and learning about what to expect and how to be successful in applying was very beneficial.#RHUB305
In Jeff Su’s video on the cover letter, something that stood out to me was mentioning a connection with the company. It was interesting to see how Amanda used job fairs with the company to keep the reader interested on why they stood out. #RHUB305
@AhmedYassin96 Hi Ahmed, for my visual rhetoric in my paper I also plan on using an image displaying graphic data. I think it’s a great way to visually show statistics that you are presenting the audience. #RHUB305
This is an image that graphically displays the prize money distributions between the LIV and PGA tour (between specific events). With this being one of my main points it should help visually demonstrate what I write in my essay.#RHUB305
@Maya50187840 Hi Maya, I’m glad you made a point about this. I think that Merriam’s appeal to logos in his argument definitely strengthened his argument. His use of statistics and analysis on them to further his point was a main takeaway of mine from his article.
Something I learned in this week’s class was the value of offering a different point, perspective, or argument in a research paper. Addressing another viewpoint shows the reader the ability to consider other arguments, and gives the ability to then strengthen yours.#RHUB305
In reading the Garret Merriam’s article, I saw the paradox a very interesting argument. In offering my viewpoint on the matter, I personally believe, like as pointed out in the article, that capital punishment to an innocent person is a failure in our justice system.#RHUB305
@jake_hydo Hi Jake, I had been missing out on this resource as well since my college career has started. I have always spent very long times searching for good articles and have just used google search. Using databases through SDSU is a resource I will be using in the future #RHUB305
I thought that the librarian offered some very helpful tips for searching for articles. I’ve always had trouble locating articles specific to my argument and the “AND” tool she explained has made it much easier to do so. #RHUB305
A lot of time when writing a research paper I struggle in finding relevant articles. What are some ways or methods I can use to find articles specific to my argument and improve my research in general? #RHUB305
@Seenbeans @jake_hydo I also talked about kairos in my tweet, but I wanted to further the discussion a little more. To provide an example of how I’m using kairos in my letter, I think it’s an opportune time to talk about surfing due to the fact the WSL season just came to an end a couple weeks ago.
During his weeks lecture, we spent some time going over kairos and when how to “strike the iron while’s it’s hot” in regards to rhetoric. Since I had never heard of this before I thought it was a very relevant consideration, especially with our letters being due soon. #RHUB305
I read a letter by Nikki Durham about students at SDSU that struggle with mental health, and the criticism behind the SDSU leadership in trying to respond to the problem. It was sad to read about the problems faced in my generation, and the lack of help that students get.#RHUB305
The letters of Elon Musk used formal business language in order to address Twitter and the situation. The major thing that I noticed while reading the letter was how specific on each topic the writing was, and the evidence that was provided. #RHUB305
@fernsdsu Hi Fern, I can totally relate to feeling sad after reading “The Paper Menagerie”. I thought that what you said about the story being told from such a “childish and imaginative” way was so true. I think that it makes the kid inside us come out and relate to a childhood. #RHUB305
Reading “Paper Menagerie” definitely brought out some sad emotions from me. Being able to relate with an immigrant mother from a poor country made things more personal for me. Being able to relate in this way made me grateful for my life and the better life my mom made.#RHUB305
@Milo01291755 Hey Milo, I never really viewed that relation to rhetoric like how you shared. I always thought that single stories related to rhetoric by being aware of avoiding them. I like how you instead brought up the idea of stereotypes being used in a “wrong way” as you said.
In class the topic of oppression was something that opened my eyes wider. The concept of oppression is something that I would only think of previously with government and people, but the idea of oppression being possible with a teacher and student was insightful. #RHUB305