1st Module: Our first module of Speech and Debate will begin with individual skill development. We will begin examining and understanding what makes for a good speaker and what makes an effective speech. Students will learn the various components of Toulmin argumentation and will be awarded the option to compete in our local league at weekend events.
2nd Module: We will commence our second module much the same was as we end our first, by continuing to develop individual skills. Students will also begin studying logical fallacies and will begin to shift from simply creating logical arguments towards picking apart other arguments. Finally, in this module, students will begin to be introduced to team events.
3rd Module: We will open our third and final module with several units that will comprehensively examine more complex team events. In this module, we will additionally commit some time to supporting students that are going to be competing at State's and National's by running more practice rounds in our room.
To Clarify the difference between the TEAM and CLASS: