Course Code:
SPC2511

Credit Hours:
3

Effective beginning:
2023-24

Sections:
001

Course Description:
This course covers introductory principles of persuasion, discussion, argumentation, and debate necessary for critical thinking and rational decision-making in professional, academic, and interpersonal domains and in a democratic society at large. Instruction includes theory and techniques in structuring, supporting, presenting, and defending persuasive messages and arguments as well as refuting opposing arguments. Practical speech experience is gained and performance is refined through the practice of persuasive strategies and rhetorical appeals in individual, partner, and group presentations and classroom debates.

Instructors:

Dr. Carol Saunders
saundersc@chipola.edu

Assignment/course outline:

See first-day handout.

Discipline-level learning outcomes:

This course is not a General Education core course.

The purpose of the humanities in the core curriculum is to understand the human condition through the study of the following: art history, literature, music history, music theory, performing arts, philosophy, and visual arts.

H-1 Identify the humanities in various cultures.
H-2 Elucidate the historical context of human artistic expressions.
H-3 Analyze artistic expressions and articulate informed responses.
H-4 Identify reasons to preserve the humanities.
H-5 Describe core human beliefs and principles in the humanities.

Course-level learning outcomes:

Means of accomplishing learning outcomes:

Students will:

• Read assigned textbook and other course readings.
• Complete Canvas assignments.
• Participate in classroom discussions.
• Participate in classroom activities designed to enhance relevant skills.
• Complete unit exams.
• Deliver persuasive speeches.
• Participate in various debate roles and formats in educational/classroom debates.