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 

提供的家庭作業
Students will need to do 10-20 minutes of research to help prepare for their cases 
提供的評估
Students will share out mind maps for reflection
Some in class polls/ debates / class discussions
提供的成績