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Acts Of Enjoyment: Rhetoric, Zizek, And The Return Of The Subject (Composition, Literacy, And Culture)
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Why Are Today'S Students Not Realizing Their Potential As Critical Thinkers? Although Educators Have, For Two Decades, Incorporated Contemporary Cultural Studies Into The Teaching Of Composition And Rhetoric, Many Students Lack The Powers Of Selfexpression That Are Crucial For Effecting Social Change. Acts Of Enjoyment Presents A Critique Of Current Pedagogies And Introduces A Psychoanalytical Approach In Teaching Composition And Rhetoric. Thomas Rickert Builds Upon The Advances Of Cultural Studies And Its Focus On Societal Trends And Broadens This View By Placing Attention On The Conscious And Subconscious Thought Of The Individual. By Introducing The Cultural Theory Work Of Slavoj Zizek, Rickert Seeks To Encourage Personal And Social Inventionrather Than Simply Following A Course Of Unity, Equity, Or Consensus That Is So Prevalent In Current Writing Instruction. He Argues That Writing Should Not Be Treated As A Simple Skill, As A Nave Self Expression, Or As A Tool For Personal Advancement, But Rather As A Reflection Of Social And Psychical Forces, Such As Jouissance (Enjoyment/Sensual Pleasure), Desire, And Fantasycreating A More Sophisticated, Panoptic Form. The Goal Of The Psychoanalytical Approach Is To Highlight The Best Pedagogical Aspects Of Cultural Studies To Allow For Wellrounded Individual Expression, Ultimately Providing The Tools Necessary To Address Larger Issues Of Politics, Popular Culture, Ideology, And Social Transformation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Acts of Enjoyment' by Thomas Rickert? A: The book critiques current pedagogies in composition and rhetoric, emphasizing a psychoanalytical approach to enhance students' self-expression and critical thinking.
- Q: How does Thomas Rickert incorporate Zizek's theories in this book? A: Rickert utilizes Slavoj Zizek's cultural theory to encourage personal and social invention in writing, moving beyond traditional educational methods.
- Q: What are the key features of 'Acts of Enjoyment'? A: Key features include the exploration of rhetoric and Zizek's theories, and it was awarded the 2007 Gary A. Olson Prize, showcasing its academic significance.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Acts of Enjoyment'? A: The book was published on May 18, 2007.
- Q: Is 'Acts of Enjoyment' suitable for students studying composition and rhetoric? A: Yes, it is ideal for students and educators in these fields as it offers new insights into teaching methods and the intersection of cultural studies.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Acts of Enjoyment'? A: The book contains a total of 264 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Acts of Enjoyment'? A: The author is Thomas Rickert, a professor at Purdue University.
- Q: What themes does 'Acts of Enjoyment' explore? A: The book explores themes of self-expression, societal trends, psychoanalysis, and the impact of writing on social change.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is offered in new condition.