COMMST 125 Critical Thinking through Argumentation and Debate

Study of critical thinking through oral advocacy and debate. Principles of effective argumentation including logic, reasoning, evidence, motivation, persuasion and refutation. Preparation and presentation of written and oral arguments and participation in individual and group debates. Substantial analytical reading is required. (C-ID COMM 120)

Units: 3.00

Offered: (Fa,Sp)

UC, CSU, Associate Degree Applicable

Prerequisites: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H

Lecture: Minimum 48 hours per semester

Departmental Recommendation: Successful completion of COMMST 100 or COMMST 100H