COM 112 — Argumentation and Debate (MOTR COMM 220)
Argumentation and Debate focuses student learning on building and analyzing arguments in persuasive speaking and debates. Course topics include the elements of argument, information management, debate mechanics, team dynamics, and defending positions on a topic. Students develop and refine skills to construct arguments as they discover topics, gather evidence, and gain delivery skills for persuading and debating. Prerequisites: Reading Proficiency