Writing persuasively
Writing persuasively is vital for influencing opinions, inspiring action, and driving change. It empowers effective communication, fosters critical thinking, and enables individuals to advocate for their beliefs with conviction.
Memes: The Gateway to Critical Reflection for University Students?
Let's face it, memes are the lifeblood of today's digital culture. They're everywhere – on social media feeds, in group chats, and even in academic presentations. But beyond the laughs and viral shares, memes hold a hidden potential: they can be powerful tools for teaching critical reflection to university students.
Memes: The Gateway to Critical Reflection for University Students?
Overcoming Struggles with Criticality During my Academic Career
As a student in higher education, the pressure to enhance your writing and analytical skills can sometimes be overwhelming – a feeling which I still experience as a PhD student today. In this post I will talk about how I overcame these difficulties, and some practices of criticality which I have found helpful.
Overcoming Struggles with Criticality During my Academic Career
What is rhetoric?
Put simply, rhetoric is the art of persuasion. It is present in every aspect of our lives (when cajoling a prospective partner to join you for dinner, when asking to borrow your parents’ car, when convincing a child to go to bed, or when campaigning to remain in/leave the European Union).
What is rhetoric and why is it important?