Students will learn how to: 
analyze textual evidence for logicall falacies
cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an argument
determine the best structure for a claim-data-warrant speech given time restrictions
analyze how a work of nonfiction uses persuasive techniques to convey an idea
determine the meaning of words and phrases and how they are used in a text
speak to a group or small group

-I have been a speech and debate coach for  over 10 years in the state of Georgia, USA (a highly competitive debate circuit) 
-I was awarded "Coach of Distinction" by the National Forensics League in 2009
-To teach a high school level course, I have the expertise of teaching English Language Arts in a public high school in the United States for 15 years
-I have won Teacher of the Year multiple times
-I am currently certified with the National Council for Teacher of English 
-I am currently certified to teach English Language Arts Level T-7 (Highly Qualified) under the Georgia Professional Standards Commission from 2007 - 2022; certification to be renewed 2026 
-I have a BS in English Education from Kennesaw State University
-I have taught this material through the Johns Creek Student Leadership Council for three years to students from middle school (grade 6) to high school (grade up to 12)  high school 

宿題が提供されます
occasionally students will need to do outside research and topic preparation 
授業以外に週あたり 0 - 1 時間の学習が期待されます
評価が提供されます
Students will share out mind maps for reflection
Some in class polls/ debates / class discussions
成績が提供されます

students will conduct their own research
Making Learning Visible <- used as reference by teacher--not viewed by students