Threshold Concepts Flashcard

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What is Kairos in rhetorical appeals?

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Kairos refers to the opportune moment or timing in which an argument is made, emphasizing the importance of context and timing in effective communication.

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What percentage of students place into some kind of remedial class in CSUSB?

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60% of students place into some kind of remedial class in CSUSB.

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What is Dominant Discourse?

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Dominant Discourse is a secondary discourse that, once mastered, allows individuals to acquire social goods such as money, prestige, and status.

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What does Priming refer to in media representation?

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Priming is a psychological phenomenon where exposure to certain stimuli influences the way individuals interpret subsequent information, often seen in media framing.

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What is an identity kit according to Gee?

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An identity kit is a set of practices and norms that come with a particular Discourse, providing instructions on how to act, talk, and write in a way that is recognized by others.

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Define Exigence in rhetorical context.

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Exigence refers to the issue, problem, or situation that prompts someone to write or speak, creating a need for communication.

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What is Pathos in rhetoric?

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Pathos is an appeal to emotion, aiming to persuade an audience by eliciting feelings such as pity, anger, or joy.

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Explain Ethos in the context of persuasion.

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Ethos is an appeal to credibility or character, where the speaker establishes trustworthiness and authority on the subject matter.

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What role does context play in Kairos?

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Context in Kairos involves understanding the circumstances surrounding an argument, including cultural, social, and temporal factors that affect its reception.

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How does Dominant Discourse relate to social identity?

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Dominant Discourse shapes social identity by providing the language and practices that are valued in society, influencing how individuals are perceived and treated.