WRTG 501 Writing and Rhetorical Theory

The reading, study, and analysis of representative selections from rhetorical theorists. Emphasis on how to evaluate, explore, and apply theory to professional writing and teaching writing.

Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall (in-person, occasionally online)

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major - Children’s Literature [M.A.], Creative Writing [M.A.], English Linguistics [M.A.], Literature [M.A.], Writing Studies [M.A.], Language Technology [Graduate Certificate], Teaching of Writing [Graduate Certificate], Technical Communication [Graduate Certificate]
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Additional Information - Students who can not satisfy enrollment restrictions may request department permission to enroll; enrollment is not guaranteed.

Equivalent Course(s) - ENGL 501
Course History -
Change to title and description 4/2020, effective Fall 2020; Change to prefix 10/2013, effective Summer 2014

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