COMM 147P: Argumentation and Persuasion in Courts of Law
San Jose State University
Principles of legal argumentation, cross-examination, jury selection and strategy. Selected trial transcripts studied to explore differing uses of the trial forum. Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area 1C (Oral Communication).
Average GPA: 3.18
Grade distribution records: 123 students across 5 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 2 | 1.6% |
| A | 37 | 30.1% |
| A- | 26 | 21.1% |
| B+ | 7 | 5.7% |
| B | 14 | 11.4% |
| B- | 9 | 7.3% |
| C+ | 5 | 4.1% |
| C | 14 | 11.4% |
| C- | 2 | 1.6% |
| D+ | 2 | 1.6% |
| D | 4 | 3.3% |
| F | 1 | 0.8% |
Based on 123 student grade records across 5 terms and 1 professor.
Instructors
- Gina M Firenzi 123 students, Average GPA 3.18