COMS 2170 - Advanced Forensics

Students prepare for competition in one or more individual events and/or debate as part of the Ohio University Forensics Team. Attendance at tournaments is expected.

Requisites: COMS 1170
Credit Hours: 1 - 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 9.0 hours.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: F,CR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:

Select speech topics and performance selections appropriate for tournament competition.
Prepare manuscripts and performance cuttings for tournament competition.
Develop practice strategies to enhance performance at forensics tournaments.
Develop effective peer coaching strategies.
Travel to and compete at a minimum of three forensics tournaments.
Evaluate comments from critics and make appropriate changes to manuscripts and performances.