COMM 115 - introduction to Argumentation And Debate

Institution:

Antelope Valley College

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Description:

(formerly Introduction to Argumentation) 3 units 3 hours weekly Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 101. The special skills of critical thinking and reasoning are an important part of daily reactions to what you hear, think, and read. This course is designed to enable students to create valid and wellsupported arguments; to understand and improve their own reasoning processes; and to effectively critique the arguments presented by others. While the course is not primarily designed to teach formal debating skills, informal strategies for advocating and arguing positions will be honed. (CSU, UC, AVC)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.avc.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 722-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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