What This Document Is
This document outlines the requirements for a speech analysis assignment in COM 101 at Central Michigan University. It serves as both the assignment instructions and the final exam for the course. Students will select a speech and analyze its rhetorical strategies.
Why This Document Matters
This assignment is for students enrolled in COM 101. It’s due December 14th and is a significant component of the final grade (35 points). Understanding this document is crucial for successfully completing the course and demonstrating comprehension of rhetorical theory. The initial speech title selection is due November 9th.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document provides the *framework* for the assignment but does not offer guidance on *which* speech to choose or *how* to perform the rhetorical analysis itself. It outlines expectations for format and content but doesn’t provide examples of strong analyses.
What This Document Provides
The document details:
* Page length and formatting requirements (MLA format, font, margins).
* The required components of the analysis: introduction, body, and conclusion.
* Specific elements to include in each section (thesis statement, Ethos/Logos/Pathos discussion, supporting evidence).
* A grading rubric outlining expectations for different performance levels.
* Due dates for the speech title submission and final analysis upload.
This preview does *not* include the full grading rubric details, examples of rhetorical analysis, or a list of suggested speeches.
