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Aug 31, 2024
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2020-2021 Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]
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COM 217 - Introduction to Argumentation and Debate Description: Basic concepts and theories of argumentation. Emphasis on basic argumentation skills and their application to a variety of communication environments.
Prerequisites: Reading Proficiency
Credits: 3 Lecture: 3 Course Content:
- Basic communication theories
- Contemporary and historical theories of argumentation
- The process of intrapersonal argumentation
- Interpersonal conflicts
- Basic debate concepts
- Effective listening
- Formal argumentation environments
- Intercultural communication theories
Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the processes of argumentation from both contemporary and historical perspectives. (2)
- Present oral arguments that would support the adoption or rejection of a proposed belief, attitude or plan of action. (5,8)
- Research, analyze and test evidence used in support of a proposition and detect weaknesses in casual and analogous reasoning. (5,7)
- Describe the elements and aspects of the critical thinking processes. (1,3)
- Critically process and communicate information through writing, reading, speaking, viewing and listening activities. (1,4,6)
- Define and create effective solutions to problems. (3,7)
- Recognize that closure is not always achieved in intellectual discourse. (1)
- Formulate and articulate informed choices based on refined critical thinking skills. (3,4,7)
- Construct pertinent questions. (5,6)
- Apply critical thinking skills when assessing philosophical, scientific, societal, and individual issues. (1,2,4,7,8)
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