Students will learn about the principles of rhetoric, logic, and philosophy that they will need to be successful in formal and framework debate.
Students will write cases based on an actual resolution that was used in Big Questions rounds in the previous academic year.
Students will practice debating in the Big Questions style with their classmates under the guidance of an experienced coach.
Students will develop an appreciation for understanding complex issues from diverse points of view.

I have a BA in Philosophy with minors in Political Science and Greek and Roman Studies, as well as an MA in Philosophy with a concentration in Ethics and Political Philosophy. I’m the head coach of a competitive high school debate team and teach the liberal arts at a classical school. I’m also a professional creative writer and journalist.

I love helping students of all ages understand and interpret difficult subjects and learn how to crystallize their thoughts in writing and oral communication. I believe formal debate is a wonderful way to facilitate this kind of growth and learning.

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Projects
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フィードバック: 含まれる
詳細: Students are strongly encouraged to work on some of their case writing and practice their speaking skills outside of the camp meetings. They are also encouraged to do independent research.
Progress Report
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詳細: Students who wish to receive personalized feedback from the instructor on their performance and progress as a Big Questions debater may ask for such feedback, as well as guidance on any future goals they may have with formal debate.

Students will be coached on best research practices. Topics will be chosen from those created in the previous academic year by the National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA). Research guidance will also be drawn from NSDA-created topic packets, but students will be strongly encouraged to do outside research, as well. In live meetings, we will go over how to find appropriate, relevant, and reliable sources in great detail.