D.ELAR.1.C

Recognize the role of argumentation and debate as an effective means of analyzing issues, discovering truth, finding solutions to problems, and understanding opposing viewpoints. August 2020 Update Page 39 §110.C. High School.

Debate I, II, III (One to Three Credits). · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017

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Vocabulary
argumentationdebatemeansanalyzing issuesdiscovering truthfinding solutionsproblemsopposing viewpoints
Skills
  • recognize (the role of argumentation and debate) #dok1
  • analyze (issues through argumentation and debate) #dok3
  • evaluate (the effectiveness of debate in discovering truth) #dok3
  • find (solutions to problems through argumentation) #dok2
  • understand (opposing viewpoints using debate) #dok2
Learning Targets
  • I can recognize the role of argumentation and debate in analyzing issues. #dok1
  • I can identify ways in which debate helps in understanding opposing viewpoints. #dok1
  • I can find solutions to problems through structured debate. #dok2
  • I can explain how argumentation and debate can be effective in discovering truth. #dok2
  • I can analyze issues using argumentation and debate strategies. #dok3
  • I can evaluate the effectiveness of debate in analyzing issues and discovering truth. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Argumentation and debate are essential tools for critically investigating issues, discovering solutions, and engaging with diverse perspectives.
  • Participating in structured debates enables individuals to evaluate arguments, refine their viewpoints, and make informed decisions.
Essential Questions
  • How does argumentation and debate help us analyze complex or controversial issues?
  • What makes debate an effective method for discovering truth and solving problems?
  • In what ways can debate enhance our understanding of opposing viewpoints?
  • How can the skills developed through debate be applied in real-world decision-making?
  • What factors influence the effectiveness of argumentation and debate in reaching sound conclusions?