POLS 3910 - Political Forum Series

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

This discussion based course exposes students to diverse perspectives on political and social issues and helps them learn to distinguish between logical and emotional argumentative styles. Students attend a variety of Institute of Politics forums and discussions featuring academics, policymakers, and other public servants. The course additionally hones students' analytical, argumentative, writing and public speaking abilities. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Evaluate how politics and policy debates at the local, state, and national levels shape contemporary American society. 2. Distinguish between different forms of political argumentation and deconstruct competing argumentative approaches. 3. Generate persuasive policy proposals and political arguments related to a variety of contemporary issues. 4. Describe politics and policy both orally and in writing using appropriate formats and methodologies. Prerequisites: Writing placement score 17 or higher; or ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1010D. FA, SP

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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