Abstract
"Unraveling Communication Failure: Room for Revision" delves into the intricacies of communication breakdowns, both at macro and micro levels, within the context of a general education public speaking course. Rooted in feminist pedagogy, the assignment encourages students to critically reflect on their least successful speech performance of the semester, analyzing societal and hegemonic influences impacting their communication dynamics. Through reflective analysis, students explore power dynamics shaping academic standards and their own positions within these norms. The assignment fosters an inclusive learning environment, empowering students to challenge hegemonic knowledge production and engage in self-directed learning. This paper outlines the rationale behind the assignment, its implementation, and its impact on student learning. By embracing revision as a tool for empowerment and critical inquiry, this pedagogical approach cultivates students' agency, resilience, and critical consciousness in communication.
Recommended Citation
Fredenburg, Jill
(2024)
"Unraveling Communication Failure: Room for Revision,"
Feminist Pedagogy: Vol. 4:
Iss.
5, Article 2.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/feministpedagogy/vol4/iss5/2