This week in WRIT 101 we learned about rhetorical strategies in writing. We learned about the benefits of using ethos, logos, and pathos in order to help your writing better influence your readers. It is memorable because it is something useful in all styles of writing, as well as being an important skill. Last week we talked about the importance of understanding your target audience. I think knowing your target audience will greatly influence what kind of rhetorical strategies you will use in your writing. This connection made me realize that it is important to use techniques that are effective in influencing and moving your target audience.
In my opinion this is the key to effective writing. Being able to shape and mold your language so it better reaches your target audience will drastically improve your writing. It helps your writing to be more pursuasive and much more enjoyable to read.