Advanced Thematic Studies on the Politics, Societies and Cultures of English-speaking Countries 3 S2

Description

Political rhetoric in the USA

This course explores the theory and practice of political rhetoric through the study of rhetorical strategies and real-world applications. The modes of appeal described in Aristotle’s Rhetoric and various figures of speech will be studied in order for students to be able to engage in critical analysis and understand how persuasive strategies are used in political discourse in the United States.

The success of this course will greatly depend on the active participation of students.

Continuous assessment: oral participation, short presentations and a critical analysis of a speech at the end of the semester.

Compétences visées

Ability to identify and analyze rhetorical appeals and devices in speeches.

Ability to discuss how the cultural and historical context of each speech influences its persuasive strategies and effectiveness.

Enhanced language skills

Discipline(s)

• Science politique
• Études anglophones
• Histoire et civilisations: histoire des mondes modernes, histoire du monde contemporain; de l'art; de la musique
• Sciences de l'information et de la communication