2. As part of the debate, you will be required to ask questions of the opposing team, and respond to the questions posed by your opponents. In both cases, you will be expected to be professional, clear, and concise in your communication.
Overall, your performance in each of these components will be important in determining your final grade for this debate project. Your ability to research and take detailed notes, write a persuasive thesis statement, reflect on your experience, and communicate effectively in the debate will all be assessed. Remember, the key to a successful debate is preparation, clarity of thought, and professionalism in your communication. Good luck!
You will be working with a debate partner/group who shares the same position as you. Both you and your debate partner will be assessed based on the three components below:
Component 1: Note Taking/Research:
1. Using the book, The Outsiders, you will develop a set of Research Notes that can be used to help you argue your position. Your notes should include page number(s) indicating where your information came from.
2. During the debate you will take notes on the arguments used by your debate opponents so you may counter their arguments.
Component 2: Persuasive Writing & Reflection:
1. You will write a Thesis Statement using your research. Your Thesis should represent, in writing, the basic arguments you and your debate partner/group will use to defend your position.
2. You will write a Personal Reflection after the debate is over. The Personal Reflection will include your thoughts and impressions about this debate project.
Component 3: Oral Communication:
1. You will be expected to articulate the arguments you’ve developed for your position in a debate. Your arguments should be reasonable, using the factual information you’ve been able to get from the book. Name calling, personal attacks, yelling, and the like have no place in this debate.
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