Welcome to Part 2 of the Preparing for College Writing Series! This intermediate-friendly course is designed for students who are new to academic writing and want to build a strong foundation. Over 4 weeks, with classes held twice a week for one hour, students will learn essential skills for college-level writing.

Course Structure:
Duration: 4 weeks, 2 classes per week, 1 hour per class
Focus: Rhetorical analysis and Rhetorical situate awareness
Grading: 2 In-class Presentations and 1 Assignment of 3-4 pages.

Teaching Style: 
The teaching style is hands-on and interactive, with lots of group activities to make learning more engaging. These activities help students see different viewpoints and improve their critical thinking and argument skills. To keep things interesting and avoid monotony, there are quick interactive breaks every 10 minutes to keep students focused and involved. Plus, in-class reading activities are included to help manage homework load and make learning more manageable.

Course Content:

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of rhetorical analysis, focusing on key concepts like the rhetorical situation, ethos, pathos, and logos. Through engaging lessons, students will learn to identify and analyze these rhetorical tools in various texts, from articles to videos, and apply them in their own writing. With hands-on activities and real-world examples, this course builds critical thinking, effective argumentation, and college-level writing skills, preparing students for advanced writing tasks.

How It Helps Develop College-Level Writing Skills:
- Critical Thinking: Analyzing rhetorical elements in texts sharpens critical thinking, helping students evaluate arguments and evidence effectively.
- Argumentation: Understanding how to use and recognize rhetorical strategies aids in crafting strong, persuasive arguments in academic writing.
- Analytical Writing: Writing detailed rhetorical analyses builds skills in breaking down complex texts and articulating insights, which are crucial for academic research and essays.
- Textual Engagement: Developing the ability to engage deeply with texts prepares students for complex reading and writing tasks in college, enhancing overall academic performance.

Graded Assignments:
1. Pathos Presentation:
   - Students will present a 5-minute overview of an article from a climate activist or animal advocate, highlighting an example of pathos. 
   - Evaluation focuses on the clarity of the pathos example, the relevance to the article, and the effectiveness of the presentation.

2. Logos Presentation:
   - Students will present a 5-minute overview of a different article from a climate activist or animal advocate, focusing on an example of logos.
   - Grading criteria include the clarity of the logos example, its relevance to the article, and the effectiveness of the presentation.

3. Rhetorical Analysis Paper:
   - A written analysis of the article "Should Writers Use Their Own English?" assessing the use of rhetorical strategies including ethos, pathos, and logos.
   - Evaluation will be based on the depth of analysis, the application of rhetorical concepts, and the coherence and organization of the paper.

For each activity, students will receive a format and checklist to guide their writing or presentation. Grades will reflect how well students follow these guidelines and the depth of their critical engagement with the texts. Emphasis will be placed on writing and presenting critically and academically, rather than focusing on grammatical accuracy or stylistic finesse. The goal is to help students navigate and understand complex texts while developing strong academic writing skills.