If you missed your team's debate time, please complete the following assignment.

I can create a team strategy for my debate.

Today we divided into yes and no argument sides of the debate. Each team devised a plan for their side of the debate. When you get back to class ask Mrs. Low what side of the debate you are one, then talk with your team about their strategy.

I can follow a verbal argument.
I can research for a debate.

Today we worked on listening to an argument and outlining what was said. We also selected our debate topics. If you were absent, ask Mrs. Low what topic you are researching.

Watch the debate below and fill in the accompanying chart.

I can refute the opposition.

Read the article below to learn how to refute the opposition. You can also view the Power Point to learn how to refute the opposition.

We spent class time practicing this method.

I can explain the rules of a debate.
I can explain what elements should be included in a debate.

Watch the following clips and fill out the worksheet.

Watch the first 5 minutes of Harry Potter vs. Twilight.

Watch the first 1 minute of Nixon vs. Kennedy.

Watch the first 10 minutes of MSPDP Sample Debate.