Silva Rhetoricae
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Gideon Burton's Brigham Young University reference catalogues the vocabulary of classical and Renaissance rhetoric, cross-linking hundreds of figures of speech with the canons and the topics of invention, so you can name and analyse the devices working inside any text.
More resources on Rhetoric & Persuasion
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion
Robert Cialdini's research-based account of six principles of persuasion: reciprocity, commitment and consistency, social proof, liking, authority and scarcity. Drawing on experiments and his fieldwork among salespeople and fundraisers, it teaches readers to recognise compliance tactics and resist unwanted influence.
Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking
HarvardX course built on James Engell's Harvard class Elements of Rhetoric. Using speeches and op-eds from American political history, it covers argument structure, the rhetorical appeals, stylistic devices and delivery, so learners can analyse persuasive texts and write and deliver their own arguments.
Rhetoric Podcast
The Big Rhetorical Podcast (TBR) was conceptualized in the spring of 2018 at Illinois State University. This podcast is a digital platform for scholars of rhetoric and composition, as well as other disciplines, to talk about relevant scholarship within the field while engaging in a lively, academic dialogue. The Big Rhetorical Podcast is hosted by Charles Woods.
americanrhetoric.com
AmericanRhetoric.com is an extensive online archive of public and movie speeches, offering full-text transcripts and audio/video recordings. It also provides rhetoric-focused resources, including famous quotes, analysis of persuasive devices, and materials for studying public speaking.
Thank You for Arguing
Heinrichs teaches classical persuasion through everyday arguments, advertising, and political speech, working through ethos, pathos, logos, kairos, and the common fallacies. You finish able to spot the moves inside an argument and structure your own deliberately.
Introduction to Public Speaking
This course offers a proven framework for crafting and delivering impactful presentations. In the professional world, academic settings, or public life, we're frequently asked to "share some thoughts." Many individuals struggle in these situations. This course aims to make you excel where others stumble. We'll explore how to structure speeches coherently, write memorably, and present confidently. Upon completion, you will diminish your public speaking anxiety, leverage rehearsal methods to develop a robust, engaging speaking voice, and execute speeches with dynamic movements. The speech model we'll practice is versatile for briefings, elevator pitches, interviews, and even as a blueprint for hour-long presentations. Whether you're a novice or an experienced speaker, this course will help you master speaking fundamentals or elevate your public speaking skills to new heights. As a bonus, you'll gain access to an immersive VR experience that lets you perfect your presentation skills in a simulated auditorium or conference room, complete with a virtual audience. You will receive real-time feedback, empowering you to refine your abilities through practice in a realistic setting.