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Legacy High School Debate I Course Syllabus 2021-22

Instructor: Maureen Mannion maureen.mannion@hopecharter.org School:   

Congratulations on electing this course! You are about to embark on an exciting journey. You will be working hard, but garnering lots of rewards and having fun doing it. Below is a description of this course and what is expected of you.
Please share this information with your parents.
Course Description:
This is a one credit course designed for the student who is interested in public speaking and argumentation. The course will discuss three types of debate (Policy, Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum) with a focus on Public Forum Debate. Debate I will Include analysis of current controversial issues, methods and materials of research, evidence, applied logic and reasoning , construction of debate cases, audience analysis and the use of strategy in debate. We will also learn what makes an effective speaker and how to write an effective oratory speech. In addition we will introduce Parliamentary Procedure and oral Interpretation. We will also delve into Social Philosophy and the philosophers whose works have influenced society. Students will receive instruction pertaining to organizations governing competitive debate (NFCFL, FFL and NFL) and tournament protocol. This class will teach the fundamentals of debate and speech in the context of what is practiced in interscholastic debate. Students will be expected to compete in at least two debate tournaments (one of which must be the Novice State Tournament), and will have the opportunity to participate in at least five tournaments.
(Participation in tournaments is subject to limitations this year due to Covid-19.)
Course Objectives: 

1. Familiarize students with theoretical background

2. Develop writing techniques for speech and for case issues in debate

3. Develop critical thinking skills through analysis of issues relating to speech and debate

4. Develop Research skills

5. Determine the strengths and weaknesses of evidence

6. Develop oral advocacy and refutation skills

Class Expectations:

1. Active participation in class and in speech and debate rounds

2. On time presentation of oral and written assignments

3. Unfailing courtesy when a speaker is in front of the class (active listening, no talking)

4. Participation in fundraising activities to support the Debate Program ( Funds will be used to defray the costs of tournament participation)

5. This course requires students to participate in some activities beyond the school day.

Grading Scale:

90-100                  A

80-89                    B

70-79                    C

60-69                    D

59 & be1ow           F

Grade Weights:

Tests                            25%

Written Assignments    25%

Speeches                     25%

Class Participation       25%

Supplies:

Students will need to have at least two different color pens for writing. (eg. Black and red, or blue and green etc.) Also,some type of personal  notebook is required. A composition or spiral bound book will work. 

                                                                                                                               Code of Ethics

Students will be expected to maintain the highest degree of academic ethics. This means putting the utmost effort into all class work and assignments and avoiding the ethical pitfalls of plagiarism and cheating Plagiarism and cheating include:

• Taking someone else's assignment or portion of an assignment and submitting it as your own

• Submitting material written by someone else or rephrasing the ideas of another with giving credit to the original author or source

• Presenting the work of tutors, parents, siblings or friends as your own • Submitting purchased papers or papers from the internet as your own • Supporting plagiarism by providing your work to others, whether you believe it will be copied or not • Using any form of memory aid during tests or quizzes without the expressed permission of the instructor.

• Giving or receiving answers during tests or quizzes

• Taking credit for group work when you have not contributed an equal or appropriate share to the final result

• Accessing a test or quiz for the purpose of determining the questions in advance of its administration

• Using summaries/commentaries (Cliff Notes, Spark Notes, etc) in lieu of reading the assigned materials

No student needs to cheat or plagiarize. Legacy High School provides support services for students to help them achieve success honorably. Students, who seek appropriate help when they need it, will not need to cheat or plagiarize. I am always happy to give extra help to students who want it. Please see me to set up an agreeable time.
(Text adapted from North Hunterdon High School policy on Academic Ethics)
 
 
 

Legacy High School

Debate II

Course Syllabus 2021-22

Instructor: Maureen Mannion

                     maureen.mannion@hopecharter.org

                     School: 407 656-4673

                      Welcome Back Forensic Upperclassmen!   This year you will be focusing on your selected discipline while instructing and mentoring beginning debate students. Below is a description of the course and what is expected of you. Please share this information with your parents and return the signed signature slip found on the last page tomorrow.

Course Description

This is a one credit advanced course designed for the student who has completed Debate I. The main focus will be in the student selected forensic discipline.  Second year students are expected to take a leadership position in the class and be available to instruct and mentor new students.

 Debate II will continue analysis of current, controversial issues, methods and research, evidence, applied logic and reasoning, construction of debate cases and /or speeches, audience analysis and the use of strategy in debate and other forms of public speaking.

 Students are encouraged to compete in as many tournaments as possible but will be required to participate in at least three (3) tournaments.Course Objectives

Course Objectives

Develop stronger writing techniques for speech and/or for case issues in debate

Develop  stronger critical thinking skills through analysis of issues relating to speech and debate, to include strong cross examination skills

Continue to develop research skills

Determine the strengths and weaknesses of evidence

Develop better oral advocacy and refutation skills

Develop leadership skills through mentorship

Class Expectations

1.      Active participation in class and in speech and debate rounds

2.      On time presentation of oral and written assignments

3.      Unfailing courtesy when a speaker is in front of the class (active listening, no talking)

4.      Participation in fundraising activities to support the Debate Program ( Funds will be used to defray the costs of tournament participation)

5.      This course requires students to participate in some activities beyond the school day.

Grading

Scale:

             90-100             A

             80-89               B

             70-79               C

             60-69               D

             59 & be1ow     F

Grade Weights:

Tests                                                   25%

Written Assignments                          25%

Speeches                                             25%

Mentorship                                          25%

             

Supplies:

Students will need to have at least two different color pens for writing. (eg. Black and red, or blue and green etc.) Also, legal pads will be used in class: the student should supply them.

 

 

 

 

                      

 

           

 

 

 

 

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