The Pragmatics of Memo Writing: Developmental Differences in the Use of Rhetorical Strategies.

Beach, Richard; Anson, Chris M.

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Publication Date: 1988

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The Pragmatics of Memo Writing: Developmental Differences in the Use of Rhetorical Strategies.

Beach, Richard; Anson, Chris M.

Written Communication, v5 n2 p157-83 Apr 1988

Describes a study designed to identify indices of writers' varying conceptions of self, audience, and rhetorical situation in an evolving context. Concludes that older writers used situational strategies based on relationships, and younger writers used assertive strategies based on position. (JAD)

Descriptors: Audience Analysis, Persuasive Discourse, Rhetorical Invention, Writing (Composition), Writing Research

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Language: English

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