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Avoiding the Risks and Perils ofSecond Hand Sources

Vincent A. AlasciaState Documents

Librarian Arizona StateLibrary, Archives &

Public [email protected]

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This presentation is not intended to be a factual

statement. --Vinny Alascia




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•Can we spot the difference?




Rhetoric

1. (in writing or speech) the undue use of exaggeration or display; bombast.

2. the art or science of all specialized literary uses of language in prose or verse, including the figures of speech.

3. the study of the effective use of language.4. the ability to use language effectively.5. the art of prose in general as opposed to verse.6. the art of making persuasive speeches; oratory.7. (in classical oratory) the art of influencing the

thought and conduct of an audience.8. (in older use) a work on rhetoric.

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/rhetoric







Rhetoric

1. the art of speaking or writing effectively: asa : the study of principles and rules

of composition formulated by critics of ancient times

b : the study of writing or speaking as a means of communication or persuasion

2. skill in the effective use of speechb : a type or mode of language or speech; also : insincere or grandiloquent language

3. verbal communication : discourse

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rhetoric

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rhetoric




Bias – an inclination of temperament or outlook

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bias

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bias




Where Do You Find Bias at Work

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You see the world through your own biases.




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