KOM400 Rhetoric in Communication Society
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Humanities and Education
- Course Leader:
- Geir Christian Johannessen
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- Norwegian.
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Master's Programme in Social Communication
Teaching language
Norwegian.Course contents
Rhetorical theory is presented and discussed in relation to texts from different genres and situations of use. Rhetoric is seen both in historical and contemporary perspectives and is related to the current developments within the field of media and communication.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the student should
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have insight into the field of rhetoric and the kinds of rhetorical forms that are highlighted by different media and communication situations.
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are able to analyze and evaluate rhetorical communication
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are able to design rhetorical projects for different medial and social contexts.
Examination requirements
Approved oral presentation. More information will be given i Canvas.
Teaching methods
The learning environment will include lectures, seminars and practical project work. The workload is estimated to about 270 hours.
Evaluation
The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1.
Offered as Single Standing Module
Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.Admission Requirement if given as Single Standing Module
Same pre-requisites apply as for the master's programme.
Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam. Graded assessment.