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COMM 2335: Argument and Debate

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This Course Guide contains information and helpful resources for student assignments in COMM 2335: Argument and Debate.

Below is a brief description of the contents of each page in this guide:

  • Lincoln-Douglas Debates - Includes the text for each of the seven debates, some background information, some key topics for each debate, and U-Search to begin research
  • Town Hall Meeting - Includes news articles, video recordings, and other resources for various types of town hall meetings including Presidential and local meetings
  • Persuasive Speech-National Policy - This page provides information about the following national policies: Domestic, Economic, Education, Environment, and Foreign. Includes information about each policy, research starters, and recommended databases
  • Op Ed - Letter to the Editor - Provides helpful information for understanding the differences between Op Eds and Letters to the Editor. Includes some basics for writing each type of document
  • Polls & Statistics - Includes links for recommended databases and web resources for pulling statistics, data, and public opinion information in a variety of different subject areas
  • Evaluating Sources - Methods for evaluating information sources to help in selection of authoritative sources that best match your information need
  • Citation Styles - List of reputable websites to help you interpret the citation style guide used for your classes.
  • Library Instructional Videos - Short videos to help you brush up on research skills and strategy.
  • Off Campus Access to Databases - How to access databases from off campus and troubleshooting guidelines should you encounter any problems with access.

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