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COMM 100 Fundamentals of Communication

This course is a study and application of basic elements and processes essential to effective oral communication. With an emphasis placed upon practical speaking experiences that are relevant to individuals and groups, students will be able to demonstrate

COMM 100 - Starting Point

Choosing a topic

Need some help brainstorming a topic idea?  These resources can help!

 NPR  (National Public Radio) - Audio news, features and podcasts. Coverage of breaking stories, national and world news, politics, business, science, technology, and extended coverage of events. 

Gallup.com  American analytics and advisory company became known for its public opinion polls conducted worldwide.

Pew Research Center It provides information on social issues, public opinion, and demographic trends shaping the United States and the world.

Public Agenda A national, nonpartisan, nonprofit research and public engagement organization headquartered in New York City. "We strive to strengthen democracy and expand opportunity for all Americans."

Debatabase An authoritative collection of over seven hundred debate topics,

AllSides News  AllSides shows how the same story is presented in the conservative media,  theliberal media and then a more "central" news source.

Procon Website presenting opposing viewpoints on controversial issues.

For more ideas, see our research guide devoted to "Choosing a Topic"

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