SD 365 - Fundamentals of Persuasive and Argumentation

Institution:

Mount Mercy University

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Description:

The critical analysis of how people persuade, argue, and sell ideas to a variety of audiences. Focus on contemporary persuasion, techniques, the question of ethics, and emotional/logical appeals. Argumentation and sample debating will be included. Course will include an examination of the persuasion used by modern social movements, prominent leaders as well as some demagogues. Prerequisite: SD 111 or SD 112.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtmercy.edu

Phone Number:

(319) 363-8213

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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