This manual investigates the pedagogical strategies required to effectively teach argumentation and critical discourse within a university-level composition framework. Donna Strickland, an established scholar in rhetoric and composition, provides a structured approach for instructors to navigate the complexities of teaching students how to construct, analyze, and circulate arguments in diverse rhetorical contexts. The text serves as a companion to the primary textbook, offering practical guidance on lesson planning, assignment design, and the evaluation of student writing.

The text is regarded as a standard resource for composition instructors, offering a clear and methodical approach to the challenges of teaching argumentation. Its focus on practical application makes it a useful tool for both novice and experienced educators in the field of rhetoric.