Communication and Argumentation
Description
Effective communication of critical thinking and construction of persuasive arguments.
Learning Objectives
Learners will communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively, construct well-reasoned arguments, engage in constructive debate, and present critical thinking outcomes effectively across various formats and audiences.
Topics (7)
Principles of clear communication, logical structure in communication, audience analysis, and effective message organization.
Classical rhetoric principles, persuasive structure, evidence integration, and ethical persuasion techniques.
Debate formats and rules, constructive disagreement techniques, collaborative discussion methods, and conflict resolution in debates.
Analytical writing techniques, report structure, evidence presentation in writing, and clear reasoning documentation.
Active listening techniques, comprehension strategies, critical listening skills, and effective questioning for understanding.
Cultural influences on thinking patterns, cross-cultural communication strategies, and global perspectives in critical analysis.
Information design principles, visual argument construction, presentation design, and multimedia communication techniques.