Transfers ToUC and CSUIGETC Area 1C · CSU GE Area A1DescriptionThis course provides students with the foundational knowledge and practice of speech making and the necessary role of public address in a democratic society, while simultaneously emphasizing theory and research about communication in a variety of group contexts. This course exposes students to rhetorical theory, group theory, and public speaking fundamentals within the context of their group communication processes and live presentations (including informative and persuasive speeches). Students will learn historical roots and key rhetorical theories that ground the study and practice of public speaking and be able to learn, develop, and critically analyze ideas and information in public discourse. Students will explore and evaluate group communication processes, including roles, problem-solving, conflict management, leadership, ethics, and decision-making. C-ID COMM 140. 