It’s giving queer rhetorical pedagogy: Introducing rhetorical criticism with queer vernacular

In this essay, I argue that the queer phrase "it's giving" can teach the concept and practice of rhetorical criticism while also performing a queer rhetorical pedagogy. The proposed activity proceeds in three steps: teaching queer histories, defining rhetorical criticism in queer terms, and practicing criticism queerly. This approach develops students' critical historical knowledge, theoretical repertoire, and practical academic skills.