The relationship between rhetorical theory and criticism
Research gap analysis derived from 3 general papers in our local library.
The gap
The paper identifies a gap in the literature regarding the relationship between rhetorical theory and criticism. The author notes that the functions of interpretation and judgment have been traditionally confined to the critical realm, but
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Sourced from the stated challenges and stated research gap and future-work section of the source papers, classified as general, drawn from work published between 1982 and 2026, spanning 2 journals. Those papers have been cited 11 times in total.
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Supporting evidence — 3 representative gaps
- „Banderowcy” i „turystyka medyczna” – o retoryce pogardy i wykluczenia wobec Ukraińców w kampanii prezydenckiej 2025 na wybranych przykładach (2026) · Res Rhetorica · doi
The study identifies the challenge of examining the impact of political rhetoric on social tensions and conflicts. The research highlights the need for critical discourse analysis in examining political rhetoric. The paper notes the challenge of providing a comprehensive analysis of the candidates' rhetoric.
generalstated challengesevidence 5/5Keywords: study identifies challenge examining impact political rhetoric social - Where theory and criticism meet: A look at contemporary rhetorical theory (1982) · Western Journal of Speech Communication · cited 2× · doi
The paper identifies a gap in the literature regarding the relationship between rhetorical theory and criticism. The author notes that the functions of interpretation and judgment have been traditionally confined to the critical realm, but are now being reexamined by rhetorical theorists.
generalstated research gapevidence 5/5Keywords: paper identifies gap literature regarding relationship between rhetorical - The first amendment vs. human rights: A case study in community sentiment and argument from definition (1982) · Western Journal of Speech Communication · cited 9× · doi
Future research could explore the use of rhetorical techniques in other political campaigns. The study's findings could be applied to the development of effective counter-campaign strategies. Further research could examine the impact of strategic timing and the use of warnings in political campaigns.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 5/5Keywords: future research explore use rhetorical techniques other political
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