Rhetorical Analysis Toolbox (ELA)

This toolbox is the result of a partnership between high school and community college English faculty working to address the rising rigor of ELA studies in late high school through early college curricula. With the adoption of the SAT, the disconnect between what was being taught and what the placement tests were measuring became apparent. The PASS ELA team saw the opportunity to bridge this gap, and the rhetorical analysis toolbox was created.

Within the toolbox, teachers from late middle school through post-secondary can find assistance with common definitions of rhetorical strategies, examples of assignments and handouts, and placement testing information.

Overview Documents
- Rhetorical Modes of Organization
  Here you will find definitions and examples of common rhetorical essay organizations.
- Rhetorical Analysis Skills
  Here you will find detailed explanations of critical thinking skills as well as brief assignment examples and methods of development.
- Rhetorical Strategies and Terminology
  Here you will find a glossary.
- Rhetorical Appeals
  Here you will find definitions and examples of logos, pathos, ethos, and kairos.
- Logical Fallacies
  Here you will find a list of common logical fallacies with definitions and examples.
Placement
- SVCC Placement Guide
- Sample Essays and Scoring of SVCC ELA Placement
Teacher Tools
- Assignments
- Teaching Resources
  - Grammar and Mechanics
  - Handouts
  - Presentations
    - Rhetorical Analysis: How do you appeal to your audience?