COMM 160 - ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE

    Recent Professors
    E. Maag, L. Mercado
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of COMM 160
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUIGETC Area 1C · CSU GE Area C1 · CSU GE Area A3
    Description
    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. 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 in a democratic society. Includes analysis of strong evidence and the process of reasoning needed for effective arguing and presentation of arguments to live audiences. [D; CSU; UC; C-ID COMM 120]
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 10:10am–11:35am, Tue Thu 8:35am–10:00am, Mon Wed 10:10am–11:35am, Mon Wed 8:35am–10:00am