$25

weekly
or $800 for 32 classes
Class

Debatomatics

Ages 12-14
Live Group Class
A unique after-school math club where students solve challenging puzzles and brain teasers in small groups, then engage in friendly debates to defend their solutions. We develop critical thinking, public speaking, and collaboration.

Live video meetings
1x per week, 32 weeks
4-12 learners per class
90 min

What's included

32 live meetings
48 in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 8
Beginner Level
DEBATOMATICS combines collaborative problem-solving with friendly mathematical debates in an engaging, inclusive environment. Students work in small groups to explore diverse mathematical puzzles and brain teasers, developing critical thinking and communication skills while presenting their solutions. This class welcomes learners of all backgrounds and abilities, fostering teamwork and mathematical confidence through structured activities and supportive peer interactions.

Skills developed:

Problem-solving strategies
Mathematical reasoning
Public speaking
Team collaboration
Analytical thinking
Respectful debate techniques

Learning Goals

Mathematical Skills:
Apply problem-solving strategies to complex puzzles
Analyze and evaluate multiple solution approaches
Develop logical reasoning and proof techniques
Master key mathematical concepts through practical application
Communication Skills:
Present mathematical solutions clearly and confidently
Construct well-reasoned arguments to defend solutions
Practice active listening during peer presentations
Give and receive constructive feedback

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
32 Lessons
over 32 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Introduction
 - Club expectations and guidelines
- Debate protocols and structures
- Team formation
- Basic problem-solving strategies
- Introduction to mathematical arguments 
90 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Introduction
 - Club expectations and guidelines
- Debate protocols and structures
- Team formation
- Basic problem-solving strategies
- Introduction to mathematical arguments 
90 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Geometry Puzzles
 - Area and perimeter challenges
- Shape transformation problems
- Geometric construction puzzles
- Spatial reasoning challenges
- Properties of 2D and 3D shapes 
90 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Geometry Puzzles
 - Area and perimeter challenges
- Shape transformation problems
- Geometric construction puzzles
- Spatial reasoning challenges
- Properties of 2D and 3D shapes 
90 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List
Notebook, pencil, ruler, eraser, graph paper.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined August, 2024
Profile
Teacher expertise and credentials
Mathematics Education:

10+ years classroom teaching in mathematics and STEM
Currently teaching gifted students at an independent school
Extensive experience differentiating instruction across ability levels

Leadership in Mathematics Programs:

Led after-school math clubs and summer STEM camps
Developed project-based learning curricula
Designed and implemented mathematical debate programs

Professional Development:

Advanced training in mathematical problem-solving strategies
Certified in collaborative learning techniques
Expertise in fostering inclusive STEM environments

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