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Media Writing: Rhetoric and Practice (MECM90017)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 2
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This subject examines the persuasive techniques employed in various media genres. Students will learn to identify and apply rhetoric elements and techniques, compare diverse points of views, present conclusive arguments and critically evaluate opinions in writing. The subject further addresses current practices of media writing within national and global media spheres.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who complete this subject should be able to:
- Demonstrate practical knowledge of different media writing styles;
- Critically discuss diversity and ideology in national and global media;
- Identify and critically reflect on various rhetorical techniques;
- Apply rhetorical techniques in their own text production.
Generic skills
Students who successfully complete this subject should:
- Be able to demonstrate a high level of written communication skills, including conformity to academic protocols of presentation and research
- Be able to demonstrate a high level of competence in reading, synthesizing, and presenting to others the relevant theoretical material
- Be able to design and conduct original research that includes reflection on their own learning.
Last updated: 31 January 2024