Recent SemestersFall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025Class Size30–35 studentsCredits3PrerequisiteENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or ENGL C1000H. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 1B · IGETC Area 8A · IGETC Area 1C · IGETC Area 1B · CSU GE Area A1 · CSU GE Area A3DescriptionThis course equips students with foundational knowledge of argumentation and debate concepts and theories, enabling them to effectively dissect and present arguments across various contexts and public speaking settings while critically evaluating the arguments of others. Students will explore Aristotle’s principles of ethos, pathos, and logos, audience analysis, ethics in argumentation, critical listening, and both verbal and nonverbal techniques in persuasive and informative public speaking.Through the study and application of methods of critical inquiry and advocacy, students will identify fallacies in reasoning and language, test evidence and its sources, advance reasoned positions, and develop skills to defend and refute arguments effectively. The course emphasizes the analysis, presentation, and evaluation of oral and written arguments. Students will also learn to analyze strong evidence and apply reasoning processes essential for clear and impactful communication. Finally, the course includes multiple opportunities for writing revision to refine arguments and strengthen clarity, logic, and persuasiveness in final written work. 