Argumentation and Advocacy.

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the theory and practice of argumentation, that is a method of decision-making that emphasizes reason giving evidence. The course includes instruction in debating, research, and critical writing, as well as advanced topics in the study of public deliberation. Prerequisites: three courses from COMM 027 , 031, 043, 050 with a GPA of 2.5 or better, or permission of the instructor.