CLAS3302 · Classical Studies

Greek Rhetoric

Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

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Mark Thatcher

Associate Professor of the Practice, Classical Studies Department

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Instructor: 5.0
Course: 4.9

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Mark Thatcher

Associate Professor of the Practice, Classical Studies Department

2 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 5.0
Course: 4.9

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The class will explore the theory and practice of classical Greek rhetoric. From Homer onward, persuasive speech occupied a central place in Greek political and cultural life, and Greeks were the first western theorists of how and why verbal persuasion works. We will read works by early Greek orators Gorgias, Antiphon, and Lysias in Greek, along with ancient discussions of rhetorical composition and critiques of rhetoric in English. We will focus on the construction and contexts of Greek oratory and on the social-historical issues illuminated by the speeches themselves.

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OrganizationHow well the course was organized: 5.00 / 5
ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it: 5.00 / 5
AttendanceHow necessary attendance was: 4.67 / 5
AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were: 4.67 / 5

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Evaluation history 2 terms

All available terms for CLAS3302. Numerical averages use the five-point scale.
Term	Evaluations	Course rating	Instructor rating
Fall 2023	1	4.8	5.0
Fall 2021	1	5.0	5.0