Assignments include case studies, experiential learning exercises, and short papers. COMM 201 Oral Communication 3 credits. Limited to 16 students per section. Through theory and practice, students develop self-confidence and competence in researching, organizing, and presenting material to audiences. Students give four graded speeches, write short papers, evaluate speakers, and engage in other speech-related activities.
Fluency is assumed.
COMM 203 Argumentation and Debate 3 credits. Limited to 16 students. The student will learn the principles of argumentation and the rules of debate. Classroom debates on the CEDA national topic will provide experience in critical thinking, rapid organization of thoughts, employment of research, and writing and speaking in a logical, persuasive manner. COMM 260 Science Writing for Public Information 3 credits.