Recent SemestersFall 2026, 2027MSPClass Size30 studentsCredits3PrerequisiteENGL 100 OR ENGL 101 OR ELIC 100 Transfers ToCSUCSU GE Area A3DescriptionMethods of critical inquiry and advocacy. Identifying fallacies in reasoning and language, testing evidence and evidence sources, advancing a reasoned position, and defending and refuting arguments. Analysis, presentation, and evaluation of oral and written arguments. Argumentation principles and the debate format. Emphasis on case construction, methods of attack and defense, communication strategies, and various forms of debate.Usually HeldTue Thu 11:10am–2:00pm, Wed 6:00pm–8:05pm 