Ideas, Issues and Persuasion

This course helps students to become effective communicators in society. It examines elements of critical thinking necessary for the successful exchange of information. Students will respond to positions presented in scenarios, case studies or current affairs that they are likely to encounter. They will be challenged to identify problems and generate solutions supported by logical arguments. Emphasis will be placed on independent learning skills needed to adapt to a changing environment and on persuasive communication of ideas in order to facilitate creative problem solving for a variety of life situations. In this course, the principles of writing are taught through the writing process.