Public Forum Debate

In this debate class, students will learn the public forum debate format. The students will learn how to work with a partner to construct and argue a case concerning current events. In public forum debate, there is a new debate topic every one-two months. Consequently, our students will go in-depth with each topic, enhancing their abilities to do deep research and critical thinking. Taking this class will help students learn how to analyze and respond to arguments, listen more effectively, take better notes, and develop their reading and speaking skills.