Writing for Global Audiences – Theories and Applications of Comparative Rhetoric

This course examines how writing practices and communication strategies are shaped by cultural differences, focusing on how writers construct, adapt, and negotiate voice and identity for global audiences. We will analyze rhetorical traditions through non-Eurocentric theories—spanning cultural, geographical, and non-human perspectives—via rigorous reading, case studies, and discussion. By examining real-world examples like protest writings, we will explore methodologies for effective global communication. We will refine rhetorical knowledge through collaborative learning, honing adaptive, ethical, and sophisticated writing practices that meet the expectations of diverse global audiences.