Direct Correlation of Craft and Credibility

In the article "I Just Wanna Be Average," Mike Rose illustrates the story in a manner that compels the reader, to view his story as reality. In order to build this credibility, the author uses the first person narrative. This technique enhances his argument because people are less likely to look for flaws in his story. In this piece he uses this ethos technique to convey the message that individuals placed on the Vocational Education …

…by the teachers that instruct them. The writer conveys this message thoroughly in his article. This lesson is echoed through the story and is backed by Rose's first hand experiences. This article is perceived as very credible, since the reader is always able to relate to the writer. His credibility is further extenuated by the fact that since this article is from first hand experience. Rose uses this fact to validate authority over his article.