COM 31600 - Controversy In American Society

Analysis of selected debates in major American controversies of social significance. Critical examination of the argument, personalities, and oral and written strategies employed in public debates on political, moral, and social issues.

Preparation for Course
P: COM 11400 or Permission of Instructor.

Cr. 3.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate the ability to be a critically engaged citizen.
2. Articulate the historical traditions of the discipline.
3. Evaluate and apply communication concepts and theories relevant to the major.
4. Evaluate and apply the processes involved in productive conflict in the contexts (interpersonal, organizational, professional, small group, mediated, public) relevant to their major.
5. Demonstrate awareness of diverse perspectives.