Peter Singer's Rhetoric Argument

Journal 2: Analyzing Arguments • Analyzing Written Arguments I like how this section starts out defining what Rhetorical Analysis is and gives examples. There are different kind of rhetorical analyses and how each are regarded. I learned that there are “canons of rhetoric” that describe actions of a persuader. These include inventio, dispostio, elocutio, memoria, and pronuntiatio. I have already learned the ethos pathos and logos but it was good to revisit these concepts in this chapter and I believe it will be a good reference when analyzing textual rhetorical analyses.

It is essential to captures the reader 's interest and this will be done by finding how to well write a thesis sentence that will want the readers to keep reading and find out more about the thesis. In “Does Texting Affect Writing?”, Cullington used voice markers to demonstrate what others had to say about texting. For the reader, the voice markers help to integrate quotes of what others stated connecting it back to the argument. This made the text run smoothly for the reader and not lose focus. “To avoid confusion in your own writing, make sure that at every point your reader can clearly tell who is saying what” (71).

He ended up creating a very persuasive letter, one that effectively uses ethos in establishing his character, logos in providing reason and logic, and pathos in reaching human emotions. To use the appeal of ethos, a writer is responsible for establishing common ground with their readers. One way a writer can establish common ground with their readers is to prove their credibility by naming their credentials. This will help a writer be seen as an authority figure because it tells their readers they have experience in the subject. However, a successful writer must remember not to take their authority for

My value system is shaped by my observations and personal experiences. I try my best to be open-minded therefore my value system is rather fluid. Education has taught me awareness; It has taught me how to acknowledge other people’s value systems, how to question my own values, and put my beliefs into words. Literature is used as a medium to teach. Books reflect history, popular culture, societal standards, moral beliefs, and much more.

According to Went & Turner, 2014, there are also different traditions and contexts in communication where it helps us to break down difficulty when we attempt to understand communication theory and their process. Many people have doubt the purpose of studying communication theory. What do we actually learn from communication theory? According to International Association of Communication Activists (IACACT) (n.d.), one of the importance of understanding communication theory is to cultivate critical thinking skills. Critical thinking skills are important as it shows the perspectives of our thinking and knowledge we have.

Scholars (such as Susan Haack, Nicholas Rescher, Cheryl Misak, Sami Pihlström) who were eager to resurrect Peirce’s originality of the theory and also save the theory from the defamation it had to suffer because of the interpretations and applications made of it have begun to piece together Peirce’s original ideas and also the works and manuscripts of Charles Sanders Pierce to aid a clear understanding of his philosophy

The genre displays many parts of your papers characteristics such as tone, setting, vocabulary and any more, understanding the genre your writing is key to success. When writing in a specific genre there are many thing you need to pay attention to like the because different discourse communities have different conventions by which a new writer needs to abide in order to achieve success in what they write. A good understanding of genre will set the guidelines for what a writer needs to include in his paper based on the discourse community. Identifying the tone set by a discourse community is another thing one needs to be able to be successful in a discourse community. Using the appropriate vocabulary used in those communities as well as structuring the paper in the way that the discourse community will help you achieve success.

In some cases I believe that some methods of treatment may require more training due to the type of job. Effective supervision is based on sound theoretical principles, yet rehabilitative services tend to be atheoretical (Russell, et. al, 2005). I think that it is a must for probation and parole officers to establish and maintain a good working relationship with other probation officers and the public, have the ability to focus on, in addition to planning and managing various projects professionally and successfully. Having these qualities basic knowledge and individual characteristics, probation and parole officers will be able to handle offenders and to enforce it rules and adhere to it regulations.

Frege’s Sense and Reference is an excellent piece that engages the readers in a thoughtful process while trying to comprehend his arguments concerning philosophical logic and language. His approach involves the use of questions that give the readers the inherent objective of his study. Through the questions about identity and other aspects, he brought forth the law of truth, which is much different from human assertions and thoughts. In the book, the author explains to his audiences the explicit difference between sense and reference, and the way they apply to human speeches and sentences. This study is important in exploring the thoughts by Frege in his book and the way they make sense to the readers.

Literature is something that needs to be studied and understood, it is one way for us to know the lifestyle, culture and beliefs of specific people, it also allows us to express ourselves, unleash our imagination and fully understand the world around you, but also the past, and possibly the future one should study literature.- Literature is a part of our history, a glimpse of modern society, allows us to interpret our emotions, enrich our experience and help us discover and gather information. Literature is something that needs to be studied and understood, it is one way for us to know the lifestyle, culture and beliefs of specific people, it also allows us to express ourselves, unleash our imagination and fully understand the world around you, but also the past, and possibly the future one should study literature.- Literature is a part of our history, a glimpse of modern society, allows us to interpret our emotions, enrich our experience and help us discover and gather information. Literature is something that needs to be studied and understood, it is one way for us to know the lifestyle, culture and beliefs of specific people, it also allows us to express ourselves, unleash our imagination and fully understand the world around you, but also the past, and possibly the future one should study literature.- Literature is a part of our history, a glimpse of modern society, allows us to interpret our emotions, enrich our experience and help us discover and gather information. Literature is something that needs to be studied and understood, it is one way for us to know the lifestyle, culture and beliefs of specific people, it also allows us to express ourselves, unleash our imagination and fully understand the world around you, but also the past, and possibly the future one should study

Grant-Davie describes thoroughly the term rhetorical situation and how the development of the definition and its constituents has contributed to the discovery of the motives and responses behind any discourse. The analysis of rhetorical situations could determine the outer or inner influences of the rhetors, the audience, and their particular constraints. Grant Davie supports his claims by using the earlier definitions of scholars and teachers as his foundation. He also addresses his own analysis drawn by life experienced discourses which it also helps the reader understand the causes of rhetorical situations. This is important because it teaches any writer or reader to analyze a situation and think about the options and paths it could lead

In They Say/ I say, Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein informs the audience of the basic moves in academic writing through text, illustrations, and templates. Their main model in this book is they say/I say template, in which it helps writers to develop their arguments by paying attention to what others are saying, and engaging with a response. The authors goal is to demystify academic writing, and return it to its social and conversational roots. The authors want the writers to engage in the ideas of others. These concepts from this book, will help make a stronger, supportive argument.

The use of the be-verbs is another area that require improvement. From the WritersDiet Test, I realize a significant use of be-verbs. A particular case is the use of are, been, and was. Although these words play a crucial role in the English language, I came to realize that their usage in academic writing should be appropriate and formal as opposed to their verbal application. With this understanding, I intent to continue practicing on the appropriate means in which to use these verbs