COMM 9
Argumentation: Analysis of Oral and Written Communication


Course Description

This course covers critical reading, writing, and thinking. Research strategies, documentation, critical analysis, and synthesis in the process of evaluating and constructing oral and written arguments will be applied.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
24374 COMM 9 01Y ··W···· 06:30 PM-08:45 PM Brandon Gainer MLC108
······· TBA-TBA ONLINE

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
COMM 9.01Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
5 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Formerly
(Formerly SPCH D009.)
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Pass/Fail Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Prerequisite
ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
Advisory
  • COMM C1000, COMM C1000H, COMM D010. or COMM D010H
  • Limitation on Enrollment
    (Not open to students with credit in the Honors Program related course.)
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