COM 320 - Argumentation and Debate

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Wesleyan College

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Goal To explore the methods and techniques of contemporary debate; to apply those methods and techniques in the context of both academic debate and non-academic forms of group discussion. Content Introduction to theories of argument and principles of reasoning; practice in the academic debate formats of the Lincoln-Douglas, parliamentary, and CEDA styles; strategies for group discussion. Taught Alternate years. Prerequisites COM 202, or permission of instructor. Credit 3 hours.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wesleyancollege.edu

Phone Number:

(478) 477-1110

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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