Research & Debate - (Grades 9-12) Elective Credit

Teacher:  Mrs. Ruth Nobel

Time:  Friday 2:45-3:40

Class Cost:  $210

Book:  An Introduction to Policy Debate

This is an introductory course with the goal to introduce the student to the techniques of debate and research. Debate is sometimes confused with “argumentative speech.” Students will learn and use the standard format/techniques of debate. While we will NOT participate in the home school debate competitions, debate opportunities will take place in the classroom. Debate facilitates analytical reasoning, comparative writing, and verbal skills; all of which are essential to the college-bound student. This is not a remedial course and students that commit to this class need to be competent in reading, writing, and research.

***This class will alternate each year with Speech being offered in 2013.