Fostering student learning through the use of debates
Date
2015
Authors
Trujillo-Jenks, Laura
Rosen, Lisa
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Magna Publications
Abstract
There are many ways to get students engaged in a classroom, but when topics are controversial or taboo, students may shy away from sharing their thoughts on the subject. In contrast, some may be so overly passionate about a topic that they proselytize their point. One tactic that helps students feel comfortable enough to speak about controversial topics is through debates that are structured and promote students’ preparedness in defending or opposing a particular stance on a topic.
Description
Article originally published in Faculty Focus. English. Published Online 2015. https://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/course-design-ideas/fostering-student-learning-through-the-use-of-debates/.
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Permission to deposit this file was given through direct contact with the publisher. For more information please see the faculty member's entry in Project INDEX -- EDH 7/7/23
Keywords
Classroom engagement, Controversial topics, Critical thinking
Citation
This is the published version of an article that is available at https://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/course-design-ideas/fostering-student-learning-through-the-use-of-debates/. Recommended citation: Trujillo-Jenks, L., & Rosen, L. (2015, May). Fostering student learning through the use of debates. Faculty Focus. This item has been deposited in with the author’s permission and in the absence of publisher policies.