COM 204 - Argumentation and Debate

Institution:

Wilkes University

Subject:

Communication Studies

Description:

This course will provide training in the fundamentals of argumentation and debate, with practice in gathering and organizing evidence and support materials. Students will be required to build cases based on policy and parliamentary debate structures. Emphasis will be placed on persuasive techniques including cross examination and research. There will be team building activities that reinforce critical thought, problem solving, and open minded discourse. Students will learn to process information quickly and respond with applied knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

[[COM-101]] or consent of the instructor.

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wilkes.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 408-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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