2022 MS113 Summer Intermediate Debate / Public Speaking( G7-9)
Sunday from 7:30-9:00PM (06/19/2021-8/28/2022ļ¼ No class on 07/03)
Class OverviewĀ
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In this class, students will receive targeted teaching, training, and practice on speaking and debate. This class is designed as a successor to āIntroduction to Debateā and āIntermediate Debate,ā so students are encouraged to have a basic familiarity with debate vocabulary, structure, and technique. If you havenāt taken these classes- donāt worry. Weāll spend the first few weeks reviewing content on speech structure, debate terms, and argument skill to ensure weāre all ready to go! This course will place a heavy emphasis on practicing and developing core presentation skills, including logical analysis and validity, clear argument structure, and confident/persuasive communication. For the duration of the semester, weāll be learning components of credible speaking, running practices that aim at developing highly effective speeches, and engaging in frequent practice debates.
Ā This course will be participation heavy. Because it is the successor to the intro class, the course structure is unapologetic in requiring students to push their comfort zones and participate adequately. In turn, I will do my absolute best to foster a class environment that is safe and comfortable for students to engage in.
MS113 Intermediate Debate and Speaking Syllabus