CSK 3211: COMMUNICATION FOR ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE

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This course seeks to acquaint the student with ways of constructing valid arguments, with application to such communication contexts as policy making, legal decision-making, organizational decision-making and personal inquiry. Fundamentals of argumentation are explored, along with methods of argument construction and numerous contextual applications. Analysis of the problems inherent in arguing and debating; the development of analytical tools for argument; practice in the application and preparation of analysis through debating. Hours are arranged for student evaluation and practice.

Course Objectives

  1. To equip students with debating skills
  2. To improve critical thinking skills of students
  3. To improve the communication competence of students