+15
| Sales | |
|---|---|
| Project 4 | 15% |
+30
| Sales | |
|---|---|
| Project 1 | 30% |
2,000-3,500 words, 3+ Sources, MLA 9
750-1,000 words (Persuade or Inform)
+25
| Sales | |
|---|---|
| Project 2 | 25% |
Op-Ed, Popular Science Article, Press Release, or Policy Brief
Short Article (Required) +15 points
PAR 210
TTh - 9:30-11:00 am
TTh - 9:30-11:00 am
43325
UT Campus
Course Info
PAR 23
TTh 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
& 2:00 - 2:30 pm,
& by appointment
Office Hours
- Library Services
- Primary Texts
- Writing Rubric
(See assignment for options.)
+15
| Sales | |
|---|---|
| Project 1 | 15% |
Documents, Presentations, Multimodal
Project 1
- Textbook
Colin Shanafelt
RHE 309S is an advanced rhetoric and writing course for College of Natural Sciences Dean's Scholars focused on effectively communicating complex scientific ideas to diverse audiences. Students will create compelling, multimodal documents, craft persuasive research proposals, and adapt strategies for engaging stakeholders, non-experts, and potential investors through clear, impactful communication.
Position Paper, Feature Article, or
Grant Proposal
Grant Proposal
Documentary, Op-Ed Video, Science Story, Mini-Ted Talk, or Science Sketch
Professor
(5-10 Minute Presentation)
Optional Projects +15 points
Optional
Multimodal (Required) +25 points
Project 2
Long Article (Required) +30 points
Project 3
Course Description & Objectives
Textbook & Materials Required
Resources
Research
Course Docs
Spring 2025 (Jan 13 - May 5, 2025) | The University of Texas at Austin
RHE 309s: Critical Reading and Persuasive Writing
