Apr 20, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2019-20 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2019-20 [Archived Catalog]

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COMS 2150 - Argumentative Analysis and Advocacy


Basic principles of argumentative discourse including concepts of presumption, burden of proof, rhetorical forms of reasoning, and evidence. Practice in applying these principles.

Requisites: C or better in COMS 1030
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the theory and forms of argumentation.
  • Research, prepare, and deliver well-organized oral persuasive presentations that apply the theory and forms of argumentation as an individual speaker.
  • Debate, as a member of a team, on controversial topics through critical thinking and persuasive presentation in interactive contexts.
  • Research, prepare, and deliver well-organized written persuasive presentations that apply the theory and forms of argumentation.
  • Demonstrate skills in the areas of: reasoning, organization of ideas and materials, researching a topic in depth, and the use of supporting materials in the form of proof for conclusions.



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