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A Rhetorical Criticism Of Waiting For Superman, Jordan L. Baxter
A Rhetorical Criticism Of Waiting For Superman, Jordan L. Baxter
Communication Studies
This project analyzes the documentary Waiting for Superman in order to better understand the rhetoric surrounding public education in America. I perform a close textual analysis of the documentary and explore the rhetorical strategies the film uses to persuade its audience. Through my analysis I argue that Waiting for Superman employs rhetorical appeals of ethos, pathos, and logos to successfully characterize the public school system as a failing institution. This failure is largely blamed on teachers unions who are vilified throughout the film and shown to be preventing progressive reforms from passing. Lastly, through the use of identification Waiting for …
Cal Poly Sustainability Activities Newsletter Design, Alek C. Johnson
Cal Poly Sustainability Activities Newsletter Design, Alek C. Johnson
Communication Studies
This project was designed and intended for the use of Cal Poly's Sustainability and Energy department. This project will ultimately influence the upcoming development and implementation of an official Cal Poly Sustainability Newsletter.
The Miscommunication Of Standardized Education, Eliott James Walker
The Miscommunication Of Standardized Education, Eliott James Walker
Communication Studies
No abstract provided.
Media Portrayal Of Individuals In The Lower Class And Its Effects On Attributions Of Educational Hardships, Krista A. Burke
Media Portrayal Of Individuals In The Lower Class And Its Effects On Attributions Of Educational Hardships, Krista A. Burke
Communication Studies
This study investigated how media portrayals of individuals in the lower class affect people’s beliefs about educational hardships in lower socioeconomic areas. Specifically, this study looked at the attributions of these hardships to determine if media consumption had an effect on the internality of attributions. It was hypothesized that increased media consumption would be related to an increased tendency toward internal attributions. It was hypothesized that increased media consumption would lead to lower support for policy changes regarding education. A survey was distributed to assess media consumption habits and attitudes toward educational hardships in the lower class. Correlation results yielded …
Mexican-American Anglophile, Lorena A. Saldana
Mexican-American Anglophile, Lorena A. Saldana
Communication Studies
No abstract provided.
'Moebius': Groundwork For Promotion & Visibility, Kanika Laroia
'Moebius': Groundwork For Promotion & Visibility, Kanika Laroia
Communication Studies
A record of the planning process for the transition of Moebius, the College of Liberal Arts literary journal, from a publication to an online website. Includes materials for future public relations and outreach efforts by the Moebius team.
Climate Literacy In California K-12 Schools, Candice Maree Nosworthy
Climate Literacy In California K-12 Schools, Candice Maree Nosworthy
Communication Studies
No abstract provided.