Trust Extended Defintions

We have all experienced trust in some shape or form. It allows for vulnerability, making one open to areas of there lives that they may not allow all people into. In the article, Trust and Trust Building, by Roy J. Lewicki and Edward C. Tomlinson, they discuss what trust is and it's origin and it's development. The theory on the origins of interpersonal trust can be defined in the individual propensity to trust, dimensions of trustworthy behavior, and suggest levels of trust development.

The individual propensity to trust can be seen in the old age theory that some are more likely to trust than others. This can be seen as a stable trait, and it is usually expected over time. This expectancy is earned in that of individuals with a prior social interaction. It has been identified that other individuals allow to form trust on high levels, rather than the expectancy of a few encounters.

In the dimensions of trustworthy behavior, trust in another individual, can be seen in the evaluation of their integrity. The more we see these characteristics in the person, we can allow the trust to develop. We evaluate dimensions in the ability, integrity, and benevolence of the individual.  "Ability refers to an  assessment of the other's knowledge, skill, or competency" (Lewicki & Tomlinson). In this dimension there is a recognition that there is some need to meet the trust or's expectations. Integrity is the degree in which the individual follows the principles that are acceptable to the trust or. In this dimension trust is based on past encounters, effective communication, fairness, and being consistent in word and action. Benevolence is the assessment where the individual is more concerned with the welfare to increase our interest. The motives of the trustee are that of being honest, having open communication, delegating decisions, and sharing are indicate evidence of benevolence.

The levels of trust development dimension there is a standard that trust does not grow. Recent approaches of trust imply that there is hierarchy and stages of trust. Trust will grow stronger and evolve. In the early stage, trust is a calculus-base (CBT), this is where the individual will behave in a given situation based on rewards or not being rewarded  for their behavior. CBT is mainly cognitively driven idea, and it is the judgement of the individuals actions. Then there is the identification-based trust (IBT) is where the individuals are aware of goals and values. This where trust grows to its highest level, and there is a deep sense of caring. It is very emotionally driven.

Defintions

The use of definitions within a essay are important because they are used to paint a more vivid realistic view for our audience. The use of the introduction, body and conclusion will be used when explaining a definition. There are various ways to explain a definition to the audience.There are two types formal and extended definitions. A formal definition is the typical Webster Dictionary answer. It does not expand further information other than the term and formal definition. The extended definition will expand, provide examples, be descriptive, and compare and contrast. Definitions have a process from beginning to end. There will be classification and division providing a order of things. A good definition provides the audience with authority, or research behind the topic. 

In the body of extended definition there will be the use of synonyms, which is things that have similiar meanings. There is negation, which shows what something is and what it is not. Analogies are also used to expand on the topic. The definition will have origin and development, which is where it began and where is it headed. Finally, the conclusion will recap the why, the key moments, it will remind the audience of the issue at hand, and it will encourage furture study.

Rhetorical Terms

The use of rhetoric in a subject specific essay is used to modify the perspective of others, to see the author's viewpoint. When using subject specific rhetorical tools there must be careful consideration of the audience.The subject will appeal to certain audiences naturally, but the goal is to make the audience see the main purpose through the writer's eyes. There must me the identification of purpose of the writing for a subject specific essay. There is the purpose to persuade, to inform, to entertain, to shock, a call to action, or to educate. The rhetoric in a subject specific essay is there to make us more aware of the audience and the purpose of the writing. The identification of the two can develop the language of rhetoric within the essay.

The five rhetorical terms that are used within a visual, compare and contrast essay are visual gaze, historical and cultural settings, the analysis, elements and contrast, and contrasting. First, the use of a visual gaze is to remind the audience of a specific thing. The example of the familial gaze, which is intended for a small intimate group. Second, the use of historical and cultural settings. The knowledge of why and where can assist the writer in developing more of a foundation for the essay. Third, the analysis breaks into the individual text, leading the writer and audience to begin thinking about the choices that were made within the image. Fourth, elements and contrast are the phrases, colors, and individual images used to form an overall,  cohesive meaning of the text. Finally, the term contrast is the difference between elements such that make the visual distinguishable.

Compare and Contrast

 Compare and contrast are the ways in which we view at our world around us. The word compare means to define what is similar, and contrast means to define what is different. There are many ways to compare and contrast something. The use of analogies, and the way we set up our language with in the paper help us make our point. Then there are the two structures formed for our compare and contrast. These two structures are what set the stage for the comparsion and contrast.They are Subject by Subject, and Point by Point. Both will get you to the conclusion. It is just deciding which formula works best for your essay.

There is use of analogies to compare things that are similar in some ways, and other ways they are not. An example would be, You are as annoying as nails on a chalkboard. This would imply that the person is realing annoying. When comparing and contrasting there is certain language that is used. Words or phrase that are used are in contrast too, the advantage or disvantage, and let us evaluate the two, are just a few ways to compare and contrast.

Now, we have the two structures that help us reach our conclusion. The first structure is Subject by Subject. This where you take theh first item,and say what you need to about it. Then you do the same with the second. Finally, you take their similarities and differences. The second structure is Point by Point. This where you take one aspect and compare it to the other, then next aspect, and so forth. There are no hard rules for compare and contrast essay. You just need make sure that your audience is following the direction in which you, as the writer, are taking them.

Rhetorical Gazes

Rhetorical gazes are used to make your audience think about what they are reading in a visual way. The visual gaze should remind the audience about a specific thing. There are many different types of gazes. There is the familial gaze which is intended to remind the reader of people and places in a more intimate setting. Like, the picture below we have the amazing Golden Gate Bridge where my son, Henry and I, spent the afternoon at Chrissy Field exploring, and enjoying the amazing view. The bridge itself is national monument, but placing the people in the view makes it much more intimate.

There also traveling gazes, persuading the audience to venture to the author's desired destination. The food gaze that if the author prepares the meal with their words you will become very hungry. The sports gaze that can bring out the inner fan. The political gaze that helps you visual a political stance. The list goes on on. The idea is make the audience see what you are seeing through their words.

The audience will see using elements, contrast, and analysis. The elements are where the author uses phrase, colors , individual images used to form an overall, cohesive meaning of the text. The contrast is the difference between the different elements. The analysis is thinking about what and why the author made those choices. There must be a historical and cultural setting to understand the visual, and it's full effect on the audience.