Forensics Policy Debate Course Description
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Course Description Classroom activities will combine theory and practical experience in a study of argumentation and debate. Students will research, write, and participate in policy and public forum debates. Students will take part in debates in class, at the Debate Center and at least three tournaments. Students will practice self-evaluation and peer evaluation. Course Objectives: Students will -prepare through research and practice for policy debates -build confidence in speaking situations -improve delivery skills -exhibit proper speaker and audience etiquette -evaluate speeches of classmates, self and others -interpret current events to prepare for debates -compose original speeches Course Evaluations Participation 20% Presentations 20% Research/Analysis 20% Exams and Quizzes 20% Peer and Self Evaluations 20% Extra Credit will be awarded for participation in forensics competition beyond the mandatory requirement or fundraising activities beyond the minimum requirement, for reviews of local or televised public speeches, or for presentations of formal speeches at school or in the community. You must arrange for these assignments with the teacher in advance of the presentation. Course Materials We will not use a formal textbook in this class; instead, students should keep a three ring binder for handouts, lecture notes, research assignments, activities, ballots and self-evaluations. Many students find it helpful to acquire a timer to assist with time management during rounds. Students should bring a highlighter and two pens of different colors to class each day. The teacher reserves the right to adjust any section of the course syllabus at any time during the semester to more adequately meet the needs, abilities and interests of the students. Course Policies: 1. Attendance: As much of this class will be based on class participation, regular attendance will be vital to success. Informal assignments, peer evaluations and group exercises will be difficult, and at times impossible to make-up. For this reason, students with numerous absences will find it difficult to succeed. 2. Conduct: Students are expected to follow all school policies as noted in the student handbook. No food, candy, drinks or gum is allowed in class. Evidence of such items will be confiscated and not returned. No radios, cell phones, I-Pods, MP3 players, etc. will be allowed to be used during class except as a timer. Notebook, pens, highlighter, paper, and a cooperative attitude are necessary every day. 3. Competition: Tournament competition provides the practical application of the research and analysis and allows for greater skill development. It is the “homework” experience for students in this course. Because it is necessary to apply the skills and knowledge learned in class in actual public competition, all students are expected to take part in at least three tournaments during the semester. Students are also invited to take part in the Debate Center Seminar each Wednesday at GSU. (attendance at two debate center seminars counts as the equivalent of one tournament.) Participation at many tournaments is supported by APS, however, students may be asked to contribute money to cover the costs of food, housing and transportation. Please attend the parent meeting to find out more about the team. 4. NFL: Students are invited to join the National Forensics League, an honor society for students who participate in speech and debate activities. 5. Students and parents may contact me at on my cell phone 404-444-8691 or online at mwilloughby@atlanta.k12.ga.us. Parents and students may find the team web site www.gradyspeaks.org a helpful tool to obtain schedule information and permission slips for each tournament. We encourage all parents to attend the general organizational Booster Club meeting on August 25 at 7:00 pm in the theater. We will discuss the tournament schedule and procedures as well as team fundraising and events. I have read the course plans and understood the expectations and requirements and I agree to abide by them. Signature of parent or guardian …………………………………………………………. Print Name and Contact Information ___________I plan to attend the Booster Meeting ___________I cannot attend the Booster Meeting but will contact Ms. Willoughby Signature of Student……………………………………………………………………….. Print Name ………………………………………………………………………………… Directory: cms -> lib -> GA01000924 -> Centricity -> Domain -> 4493 Domain -> Grady Brag Sheet 2014-2015 As of April 17th, 2015 Academics and Scholarships Domain -> Burgess-Peterson Academy 2016-2017 procedural guide Domain -> Target 2021 Student Data: Fall 2015 Domain -> Week of October 21, 2013 Domain -> Course Syllabus Health Education 8th Grade Domain -> We do, however, strongly encourage all students enrolled in the ap program take at least one ap exam 4493 -> Henry W. Grady High School Advanced Placement Biology Syllabus 2011-2012 Domain -> Course description 4493 -> Teacher: Mrs. Guilbert Download 9.42 Kb. Share with your friends:
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