I realize that the basics are important. The rhetorical devices that are used must be analyzed. In my opinion though, the bigger picture matters more. By looking at the context, we open ourselves up to a larger world. In today's society, simply looking at rhetoric will not help us come to a conclusion about a certain piece. However if we come to realize that there is a larger conversation, a door has been cracked open just wide enough for us to slip through so that we may make further analyzations that are guided by a knowledge of context.
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Contextual Analysis
A large portion of the material has been introductory and foundational, all of which is important to growth as writers and rhetors. In my opinion though, the most important topic we have covered is contextual analysis. Contextual analysis is fairly basic conceptually. It is simply looking at the rhetorical situation that the text has been put it. Yet, despite the possible simplicity of the analysis, it plays such an important role in understanding the rhetoric.
I find contextual analysis to be both fascinating and effective. By recognizing that the piece we are examining is part of a greater conversation, we are deepening our understanding. Say that we were to simply focus on the rhetorical devices used in a given piece. Yes, we can see that the rhetor is using different devices to appeal to a certain audience. Yes we can see that there writing is effective and well written. However all of this is irrelevant if we cannot look at the bigger picture to realize that there is a reason behind the rhetoric employed. Contextual analysis provides the necessary tools to allow someone to see the motivation behind the rhetoric, to understand what influenced it, and to find out why the piece was created. By doing so, we open ourselves up to a better and more clear understanding.
I realize that the basics are important. The rhetorical devices that are used must be analyzed. In my opinion though, the bigger picture matters more. By looking at the context, we open ourselves up to a larger world. In today's society, simply looking at rhetoric will not help us come to a conclusion about a certain piece. However if we come to realize that there is a larger conversation, a door has been cracked open just wide enough for us to slip through so that we may make further analyzations that are guided by a knowledge of context.
I realize that the basics are important. The rhetorical devices that are used must be analyzed. In my opinion though, the bigger picture matters more. By looking at the context, we open ourselves up to a larger world. In today's society, simply looking at rhetoric will not help us come to a conclusion about a certain piece. However if we come to realize that there is a larger conversation, a door has been cracked open just wide enough for us to slip through so that we may make further analyzations that are guided by a knowledge of context.
Thursday, September 3, 2015
Passion Blog Ideas
In my opinion, my passions should define who I am as person. My passions should be who I am, and they should be worn like a badge. In writing this post I am finding it difficult to distinguish my passions from things I simply enjoy. If I truly think about who I am, then I would have to say at my core I am member of my family. Being a family member is a true passion that has shaped me in to who I am today. My other true passion that has shaped me morally and mentally is my love of this country and being a citizen of the United States of America.
In my experiences with peers and friends, I have talked with many people about being a part of a family. Each person has a different situation, background, and history in regards to their family. Families and their dynamics are so remarkably different. Each has their own traditions that make up and bind the family. In other cases the family situation might be a rather unhappy and broken place. In any case, my experiences have helped me to realize that my family situation, like every one, is unique. I am the oldest of five children, I have 18 total cousins, and countless Aunts and Uncles. Being with my family has always been a source of joy for me. I am truly passionate about being a cousin, brother, son, nephew, and grandson. If I were to write about being a family member I would like to focus on the the humor and lessons I have learned from my family. I have so many lessons and experiences that I find to be both entertaining and instructive.
My other passion is the United State of America. Being a citizen of the US is often a privilege that is overlooked and under valued for those born here. Yet all around us, the benefits of being a citizen lie in the shadows. For my passion blog, I would focus on the different benefits that citizens have, as well as all the things a citizen of the United States is privileged enough to receive. I find that this blog would help instill the passion in others. Through my blog I hope that anyone who reads it would be able to step back and be grateful for all they have as a citizen. I know that each citizen has a unique perspective about why being a US citizen is such a wonderful thing. I hope that I too can provide interesting information and a passionate blog that will leave readers feeling inspired and indebted to this great nation.
In my experiences with peers and friends, I have talked with many people about being a part of a family. Each person has a different situation, background, and history in regards to their family. Families and their dynamics are so remarkably different. Each has their own traditions that make up and bind the family. In other cases the family situation might be a rather unhappy and broken place. In any case, my experiences have helped me to realize that my family situation, like every one, is unique. I am the oldest of five children, I have 18 total cousins, and countless Aunts and Uncles. Being with my family has always been a source of joy for me. I am truly passionate about being a cousin, brother, son, nephew, and grandson. If I were to write about being a family member I would like to focus on the the humor and lessons I have learned from my family. I have so many lessons and experiences that I find to be both entertaining and instructive.
My other passion is the United State of America. Being a citizen of the US is often a privilege that is overlooked and under valued for those born here. Yet all around us, the benefits of being a citizen lie in the shadows. For my passion blog, I would focus on the different benefits that citizens have, as well as all the things a citizen of the United States is privileged enough to receive. I find that this blog would help instill the passion in others. Through my blog I hope that anyone who reads it would be able to step back and be grateful for all they have as a citizen. I know that each citizen has a unique perspective about why being a US citizen is such a wonderful thing. I hope that I too can provide interesting information and a passionate blog that will leave readers feeling inspired and indebted to this great nation.
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