SPE 3A - Argumentation and Debate

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Riverside City College

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Description:

UC*, CSU ( CAN SPCH 6) Prerequisite: None. Advisory: SPE-51 or 52 or qualification for ENG-1A. Fundamentals of argumentation and debate: research, logical analysis, case construction, refutation/rebuttal basics and persuasive presentations, including cross examination debate. Emphasis is placed on the application of logic to problems in contemporary society and will also include focus on rhetorical principles, types of persuasive speeches and organizational patterns, development and support of sound reasoning and argument, theories of persuasion and debate, application of ethics in public speaking, listening skills, research methods, theory and principles of effective delivery. 54 hours lecture.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rcc.edu/riverside/

Phone Number:

(951) 222-8000 ext 8979

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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