D.ELAR.8.A
Listen critically to formulate responses.
Debate I, II, III (One to Three Credits). · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
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critical listeningresponsesargumentationdebate
Skills
- listen (critically during argumentation and debate) #dok2
- formulate (responses to arguments heard) #dok2
- analyze (spoken arguments for logical structure and content) #dok3
- evaluate (arguments to craft appropriate responses) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can listen critically to arguments during a debate. #dok2
- I can identify key points made by speakers during an argument. #dok2
- I can formulate reasoned responses to arguments I hear. #dok2
- I can analyze the logic and effectiveness of an argument to develop a response. #dok3
- I can evaluate opposing viewpoints to determine the best response strategy. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Effective debate requires active, critical listening to understand and respond to arguments.
- Formulating responses during argumentation is an essential skill that builds deeper understanding and sharpens reasoning.
Essential Questions
- What does it mean to listen critically in a debate?
- How can critical listening improve the quality of your responses in argumentation?
- What strategies help you identify the strengths and weaknesses of an argument as you listen?
- How do you decide which points to address when formulating a response?
- Why is it important to consider the speaker’s intentions and evidence when creating a response in debate?