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SPCH 9 - Argumentation: Analysis of Oral and Written Communication<stasiodonna@deanza.edu>;
Argumentation - meets a transfer composition and critical reasoning requirement.
This webpage will be updated on a weekly basis.
Hi students, Welcome to fall
quarter!! The first week we will get you started with student
introductions and your first writing assignment for the class. I'm
looking
forward to getting to know you. Print out Week 1 assignments and bring
these to class with you. Be sure to purchase your texts and begin
reading week 1 assignments listed below. Have a great first
week!
WEEK 1
Reading Assignments
Structure of Argument p. 113-116, p. 388-389 and p. 426-428
Writing Assignment
Choose either My Favorite Thing Essay or College Essay.
Draft due Wednesday 10/1. Final draft due Monday 10/6.
Note: For those of you who choose the college essay, scroll down
on the college essay document and read through materials posted
on the college board website.
Documents to download
My Favorite Thing Essay
College Essay
What is an argument?
Two people with opposing points of view, each trying to convince the other of the validity of their own point of view (with or without emotions). (CJ, Allen, Lani, John, Gabriela, Janine)
When two or more sides disagree on a certain topic and try to convince the other side or justify their own viewpoint using factual evidence as proof. One can also have an argument with oneself. (T.K., Olga, John, Zach, Monique + one other team member)
Two or more parties that have a difference in opinion, idea or beliefs, basing on each parties own justification/evidence in attempts to convince the other party. (Rohini, Olga,
Shun, Samuel, Steve, Nicole)
An organized and logical sequence of thoughts in which 2 or more parties discuss an issue by sharing their viewpoints to persuade and/or clarify their opinions. (Melise, Rhi, David, Veronica, Shanan, Shun)
A debate, where at least two speakers exchange evidence in order to prove their view.
A point of view that is ideally backed with evidence. (Steven, Ronnie, Amanda, Han, Hung, Ryan, Michael)
The intent to persuade through a process of reasoning. (names not listed)
The process of advocating, supporting, modifying, and criticizing
claims so that appropriate decision-makers may grant adherence. (Rieke
& Sellars)
Setting forth claims and offering reasons for
them in an attempt to influence the beliefs or behavior of other
people. (Patterson & Zerefsky)
The field of inquiry made up of the basic principles of logic and rhetoric that underlie reasoned discourse. (Eisenberg)
WEEK 2
Reading Assignments
Structure of Argument Ch. 1 & 4 (read by 09/30)
Honors students select honors project
Writing Assignment
Monday 11:30 In-class writing assignment/Meet in ATC 102
Wednesday Peer Editing/Bring 3 copies of your essay
Bring one copy of your plagiarism essay
WEEK 3
Monday 11:30 Meet in classroom
Structure of Argument Ch. 1, 4, 5 (read by 10/5)
+ Think seriously about debate topics of interest to you
Wednesday we will discuss the Tannen reading and select our topic choices
WEEK 4 Hi students--
Yes!
You are now in groups. During week four we will finalize your groups
and your argument topics. We have classmates who were not in class Wednesday who still need to join or form groups. You have a possible
topic. You need to think seriously about whether your topic will work
for your team. Does your topic lend itself to a variety of points of
view--enough for all team members-- something your team can
thoughtfully explore and develop with solid arguments (of course this
includes solid research). Is your topic tired and worn out? Or is it a
current issue that we can all learn from and your team can add
something to the discussion? These are things to consider. If your team
does consider changing topic--I need to know. We don't want two or
three teams doing the same thing. See you Monday in ATC 102 at 11:30.
Have a great weekend.
Monday 11:30 Meet in ATC 102
We will complete our exam review Monday.
Exam Wednesday in class 11:30-12:15 followed by debate prep.
Reading Assignments
Did you carefully read and study Rottenberg Ch. 4, 5, 6/Are you prepared to apply what you have learned to your argument topic?
Week 5
Quote of the week
"And
it ought to be remembered that there is nothing more difficult to take
in hand, more perilous to conduct, or more uncertain of success, than
to take the lead in the introduction of a new order of things. Because
the innovator has for enemies all those who have done well under the
old conditions, and lukewarm defenders in those who may do well under
the new. This coolness arises partly from fear of the opponents, who
have the laws on their side, and partly from the incredulity of men,
who do not readily believe in new things until they have had a long
experience with them. Thus it happens that whenever those who are
hostile have the opportunity to attack they do it like partisans,
whilst the others defend lukewarmly...." - Niccolo Machiavelli (1513)
Documents to download
Argument Assignment F09
Debate Format Options
Check out this website for more on oxford union style debate
http://www.ltscotland.org.uk/debatinginschools/classroom/oxfordunionstyle.asp
Monday
Take-home portion of exam due at beginning of the hour
11:40-12:30 Impromptu Roundtable
If your last name begins A-M read Federalists document
Federalists
If your last name begins N-Z read Anti-federalist document
Anti-federalists
We will argue the following questions--
1. Do we want a centralized government or do we want a change from the centralized British style rule?
2. Will the constitution strengthen our government?
3. Will central government take $ from states? Weaken state authority?
4. Does the constitution provide needed safeguards and protections that we don’t have?
12:40-1:40 Debate preparation/coordinate with your team/PLEASE DO NOT CHOOSE A FORMAT UNTIL WEDNESDAY (after you have seen examples of both)
Wednesday
Sample Oxford Style Debate
Round 1--Individual arguments (max 5 minutes each)
Round 2--Rebuttal in the form of discussion
Round 3--Closing arguments
Audience Q&A
Counterargument activity.
Debate preparation Decide what teams present when
Select debate format.
If you haven't already--determine who will argue affirmative/negative, and if relevant who will moderate.
Choose presentation dates.
WEEK 6
Monday Meet in ATC 102/Bring your research/articles/We will work on source citation
IMPORTANT If you missed class Wednesday you need to view the debate (short broadcast version) on Buy America Hire America using the following URL prior to attending class on Monday.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113277009
12:30-1:40 Team preparation. (Note: Students--it is really important to attend class so your team can make some important decisions about your date of presentation and who will present what viewpoints. Your absences really make it difficult for your team to move forward on debate preparation.)
WEDNESDAY
Rottenberg Ch. 3, 7
In-class exercise
Exam review
Exam Review 2
12:40-1:40 debate prep
WEEK 7
MONDAY
You will have the full class period to work in your debate teams. Would it be helpful to bring copies of your outlines for your team members to review? Your team should decide this.
Writing Assignment
Due from debaters at the beginning of the hour Monday
2 arguments w/evidence to support your proposition due/outlined/see sample
2 counterarguments w/evidence due/outlined/see sample handout
Works cited list
Due from moderators at the beginning of the hour Monday
Background and status quo/outlines/see sample handout
6 questions w/ probing follow-up questions
Works cited list
WEDNESDAY
Exam/Quiz
Debate Preparation
Assignments completed through week 7
Plagiarism essay 20
Favorite Thing 20
Exam 1 24
Outline 25
Exam 2 26
Impromptu 10
In-progress or still to complete
Presentation 50
Final paper 50
Attendance & participation 25
WEEK 8
Monday
Impromptu presentations/Delivery drills
Wednesday
Debate Preparation/run-through
WEEK 9,10 Debate presentations
Monday Nov 16
Resolved: Employees should not discriminate against body modifications such as tatoos and piercings.
Wednesday Nov 18
Resolved: Assisted suicide should be legal in California.
Resolved: Organ donor families should be financially compensated.
Monday Nov. 23
Resolved: Multiculturalism is the path forward for a cohesive society with diverse cultures.
Resolved: Gay marriages should be legal.
Wednesday Nov. 25
Resolved: Violence in cartoons causes aggressive behavior in children.
Resolved: Sex offenders (I still need your resolution in writing)
WEEK 11/Nov. 30
Hi
students, Once you have written a draft of your final written argument,
read through the self/peer editing document and edit your own paper
before printing three copies to bring to class Wednesday for peer
editing. Since preparing drafts, self editing, peer editing, and
rewrites are an important part of the writing process in this class,
you must participate in the peer editing activity in order to get full
credit for your final paper. See you Wednesday!
Documents to download
Final argument paper
self/peer editing
Wed. Dec. 2 Draft Due/3 copies of final argument paper
WEEK 12/Dec. 7
Written argument due
Class assessment
Final Grades
A+250-245 A244-234 A-233-225
B+224-220 B219-210 B-209-200
C+199-195 C194-175
D+174-170 D169-160 D-159-150
F Less than 150
The notes below are not yet updated for fall '09.
WEEK 7/Nov. 3, 5
Reading Assignments
Rottenberg Ch. 7
In-class exercise
Exam review
Exam Review 2
Debate Preparation
Monday 11:30 Meet in L45 classroom
In-class exercise/exam review 11:30-12:30
Debate preparation 12:40-1:40
Writing Assignment
Wednesday
Exam/short answer/essay exam over review questions
Debate preparation 12:40-1:30
Handout/discuss final writing assignment 1:30-1:40
WEEK 8, 9, 10 /Nov. 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
Debate Presentations
Final draft outline due on the day you present with your draft attached
(these are debaters arguments/counterarguments and works cited list
and moderators questions, introduction, and works cited list)
Wed. 11/12 Tax breaks to investment sector
11/12 Gun control
Mon. 11/17 Police above the law
Wed. 11/19 Global warming
11/19 Death penalty
Wed. 11/24 Iran
11/24 Abortion
Rewrites due by November 26 (optional)
(attach original document)
WEEK 2
Reading Assignments
Structure of Argument Ch. 1
Honors students select honors project
Hot Topics/Articles due Monday 10/6
Documents to download
Hot Topics
Writing Assignment
Monday 11:30 In-class writing assignment/Meet in ATC 102
Wednesday Peer Editing/Bring 3 copies of your essay
Hot Topics/Articles due Monday 10/6
Documents to download
Hot Topics
WEEK 3
Reading Assignments
Rottenberg Ch. 4, 5 (read by 10/6)
Honors students select honors project
Writing Assignment
Monday 11:30 Meet in ATC 102
Favorite Thing/College Essay final draft due at beginning of hour
Hot Topics/Articles due
Announcement
Don't forget to register to vote!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhDRVKDcXQo
Announcement
We
have some on- and off-campus events coming up this week that you will
be invited to attend/participate in if you are available.
Come Watch the Final Presidential Debate
Join the Speech and Debate Club and speech instructor Alex Kramer for a
viewing of the final presidential debate. After watching the debate, take part
in a moderated discussion.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Campus Center Conference Rooms A & B
Writing Assignment
We will complete our exam review Monday.
Exam Wednesday in class 11:30-12:15.
Faculty Panel: 2008 Presidential Elections Wed. 12:30-1:40
WEEK 5/Oct. 20, 22
Debate Preparation
Hi
students! You have already been assigned to teams and began the
exploratory research process used for finding information for a
research speech/paper and documenting the sources you find. For the
next three weeks we will be preparing debates.
Documents to download (I handed these out in class)
Debate Assignment W08
Debate Format Options
Reading Assignments
Rottenberg Ch. 11
Assignment
Monday 11:30 Meet in L45 Impromptu Speeches
Wednesday Complete Impromptu Speeches and work on debates
WEEK 6/Oct. 27, 29
Announcement
CCC Mock Elections Tuesday & Wednesday Oct. 28 & 29
Reading Assignments
Carefully read through the Debate Assignment and Guidelines by 10/27
Rottenberg Ch. 9
Quote of the week
"And
it ought to be remembered that there is nothing more difficult to take
in hand, more perilous to conduct, or more uncertain of success, than
to take the lead in the introduction of a new order of things. Because
the innovator has for enemies all those who have done well under the
old conditions, and lukewarm defenders in those who may do well under
the new. This coolness arises partly from fear of the opponents, who
have the laws on their side, and partly from the incredulity of men,
who do not readily believe in new things until they have had a long
experience with them. Thus it happens that whenever those who are
hostile have the opportunity to attack they do it like partisans,
whilst the others defend lukewarmly...." - Niccolo Machiavelli (1513)
Debate Preparation
Monday 11:30-12:30 Coordinate with your team.
Meet in ATC 102 if your team wants to do more research.
(or) Meet in L45 for debate preparation.
You may choose to meet part of the hour in ATC 102 and part in L45.
I will check in with each team to see what you have worked out for your debate plan.
What confusion remains re. the assignment/let me know.
Monday 12:40-1:30 Impromptu Roundtable
If your last name begins A-M read Federalists document
Federalists
If your last name begins N-Z read Anti-federalist document
Anti-federalists
We will argue the following questions--
1. Do we want a centralized government or do we want a change from the centralized British style rule?
2. Will the constitution strengthen our government?
3. Will central government take $ from states? Weaken state authority?
4. Does the constitution provide needed safeguards and protections that we don’t have?
Writing Assignment
Wednesday Debate preparation Decide what teams present when
Due from debaters (see debate packet for sample)
3 arguments w/evidence to support your proposition due/outlined
2 counterarguments w/evidence due/outlined
Works cited list
Due from moderators (see debate packet for sample)
Background and status quo/outlines
6 questions w/ probing follow-up questions
Works cited list
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