COMM 131 - Essentials of Argumentation

(3 units)

Lecture: Theory of argumentation; examination of forms and sources of evidence, inductive and deductive arguments, construction of case briefs, and refutation. Workshop: Develops critical thinking abilities with planned exercises and speeches including construction and presentation of arguments, cases, and refutation.

Both grading options.

General Education: Lower Division A - English Language, Communication, and Critical Thinking