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ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE

COMARTS 262
Course Description

Develop your skills of argument to productively engage people in a diverse society. Learn to discuss differences with others and to contribute positively to a dynamic and diverse society. Critically examine the roles of advocates and audience members. Gain an understanding of the contexts and significance of argument in democratic societies, identity the components and qualities of arguments, construct cogent ethical arguments, and evaluate the arguments of others.

Prerequisties

Satisfied Communications A requirement

Satisfies
Credits

3

Offered

Fall, Spring

Grade Point Average
3.65

10.26% from Historical

Completion Rate
98.8%

1.3% from Historical

A Rate
63.86%

105% from Historical

Class Size
83

-28.97% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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