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27. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.5
27.1 Academic Discussion and Debate Skills
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12th Grade ELA
Speaking & Listening
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas
27. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.5
27.1 Academic Discussion and Debate Skills
Master Academic Discussion and Debate Skills
Develop the argumentation, rhetoric, and presentation strategies needed to excel in formal academic debates and structured discussions.
What You'll Learn
Debate vocabulary includes rebuttal, concession, proposition, and refutation.
Multimedia integration enhances argument clarity and formal presentation effectiveness.
Rhetorical appeals use ethos, pathos, and logos to persuade diverse audiences.
Active listening and vocal strategies strengthen participation in academic debates.
What You'll Practice
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Students identify effective multimedia and vocal strategies in debate scenarios.
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Learners select precise vocabulary terms for formal debate and discussion.
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Practice questions assess argument construction and presentation technique integration.
Why This Matters
Mastering academic discussion and debate skills empowers students to communicate persuasively, think critically, and engage confidently in academic, civic, and professional environments.
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Debate Skills
Rhetorical Appeals
Argumentation
Multimedia Presentation
Academic Discourse
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