Global News Rhetorical Analysis Assignment
For this assignment, you are asked to construct a rhetorical analysis of an investigative news broadcast found online. For this assignment you will be asked to choose an investigative news broadcast that is of global significance. (BBC World News, South China Morning Post, Alijazeera and The Times of Africa are recommended)
After viewing/listening to the broadcast, provide a detailed analysis from a rhetorical standpoint. Please construct your rhetorical analysis utilizing our Summary, Criticism, & Engagement model:
Summary: Define the (SOAPS): Speaker, Occasion, Audience, and Purpose of the broadcast.
Criticism: Provide an example of how the reporter establishes ethos, logos, and pathos for the investigation.
Engagement: Discuss the impact or the value of the broadcast. Why is this broadcast important? How does this investigative journalism bring new questions to life for an audience member? Why would this broadcast take priority over other broadcasts?
Your final submission should be roughly two pages in length, double spaced, and include a works cited page.
Your works cited page should be in MLA format. Your analysis with the works cited page will be three pages minimum/maximum.
You should also review the attached rubric prior to undertaking this assignment, as it will assist you through the process.
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