COM ST 21 - Argumentation

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    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 1C · IGETC Area 1C · CSU GE Area A3 · CSU GE Area A1
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    Cal-GETC Area 1C (Oral Communication) Formerly SPEECH 11. This course provides students with the foundational knowledge of argumentation and debate concepts and theories to successfully dissect and deliver arguments in distinct contexts and public speaking settings and to critically evaluate the arguments of others. The course covers concepts, such as Aristotle’s proof of ethos, pathos, and logos, audience analysis, ethics in argumentation, critical listening, and effective verbal and nonverbal practices for effective argumentation. Lastly, the course includes analysis of strong evidence and the process of reasoning needed for effective arguing and presentation of arguments to live audiences.