- practice various elements of public speaking
- utilize methods of persuasion and argumentation
- discuss current events and current issues
- explore various methods of research
- practice responsible researching
- analyze the elements of debate
- learn to debate in various formats
- work cooperatively to develop debates
- practice debating in formal in informal settings
Things you will need for this class:
- A marble notebook
- Two folders
- A flash drive (the cheapest one possible) or other electronic storage device
- Pens, pencils, and highlighters
- An email address (if you don't already have one, I suggest http://www.gmail.com/)
- You should bookmark the page for this blog: http://baionedebate.blogspot.com/
Grading:
You will be graded in the following areas:
- Homework
- Class work
- Blog participation
- Participation
- Cooperative work
- Written assignments
- Research
- Speaking assignments
- Debates
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