Debate

03240600 Debate I

03240700 Debate II

03240800 Debate III

Recommended Grade Levels: 9-12

Prerequisite: Teacher approval

Credit: 1 for each course

Description: Controversial issues arise in aspects of personal, social public, and professional life in modern society. Debate and argumentation are widely used to make decisions and reduce conflict. Students who develop skills in argumentation and debate become interested in current issues, develop sound critical thinking, and sharpen communication skills. They acquire life-long skills for intelligently approaching controversial issues.