Introduction to Argumentation and Debate

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Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 or placement by multiple measures. The special skills of critical thinking and reasoning are an important part of daily reactions to what we hear, think and read. This course is designed to enable students to create valid and well-supported arguments; to understand and improve their own reasoning processes; and to effectively critique the arguments presented by others. This course teaches formal debating skills as well as informal strategies for advocating and arguing positions. (C-ID: COMM 120) (UC, CSU, AVC)