Abstract
Course: Civil discourse, argumentation, debate, persuasion, political communication
Objectives: This unit activity will help students build an understanding of civil discourse and its function in society. Students will: (1) increase their capacity to examine arguments critically, (2) enhance their own ability to self-reflect critically, and (3) improve their ability to engage in civil discourse. This activity will employ inquiry-based learning strategies to apply students’ understanding of civil discourse in a dialogue with the broader campus community by partnering with campus media to develop and publish original opinion-editorial pieces.
Notes on contributors
Darren L. Linvill is a Ph.D., working as Associate Professor at the Department of Communication of Clemson University at Clemson, USA.
Andrew S. Pyle is a Ph.D., working as Assistant Professor at the Department of Communication of Clemson University at Clemson, USA.