These are presentation notes and information you need to assist you with the Lincoln-Douglas debates. Remember that you need a folder with your materials by April 10.
notes on values for Lincoln-Douglas
notes on Lincoln-Douglas format
example of how to organize an LD debate (ignore value criterion)
how to construct an LD debate (ignore value criterion)
The midterm will be comprised of two parts: a multiple choice & matching section worth 50 points, and an essay writing portion worth 50 points.
Here is the Debate Midterm Review.
The essay will actually be a side of a constructive debate, either affirmative or negative. Because I love your creativity and interests, you will be choosing your topics this year.
1. Go to IDEA, the International Debate Education Association’s site.
2. Scroll down to Search Database. Go to B List Topics by Theme, and check off Search Junior Topics to give you more options. Click Submit.
3. From there, choose a topic. Make sure you understand what the topic question is asking. Read through the Pros and Cons. Choose a side: affirmative (pro) or negative (con). You may NOT paraphrase this material in your essay. At the bottom, there are links to articles. Print out the articles that support your stance.
If you don’t choose a topic and bring the articles to class, then you will have to write on topics of my choosing.
Students have been preparing for and presenting their debates. Students should have their speech on note cards and should be keeping a flow chart throughout the debate. When finished, students need to write a Debate Reflection.
11/14 Objective: I will apply the concepts of claims, support, and reasoning. BW1: Should law enforcement be allowed to place tracking devices (like GPS) on vehicles without a warrant? Does it matter where the vehicle is located? CW: 1. Highlight part of articles that will help support your topic. 2. Constructive speech graphic organizer should be completed. HW: Mini-debate rough draft due.
11/16 Objective: I will apply the concepts of claims, support, and reasoning to my debate. I will learn what logical fallacies are. BW2: Should water boarding be allowed as an interrogation technique? Explain. http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/16/opinion/nordgren-waterboarding/index.html?hpt=hp_bn9 CW: 1. Make sure you show me both sides of the graphic organizer. 2. We’ll take notes on logical fallacies. 3. Draft the constructive portion of your debate. You may write bullet points if you feel you can think quickly and improvise during your speech. HW: Practice your constructive speech. We’ll practice and then start presenting on Friday. Mini Debate Rubric
11/18 Objectives: I will identify examples of logical fallacies. I will use time wisely to prepare for my mini-debate that uses claims, support, and logical reasoning. BW3: In an opinion piece on CNN, a writer compares Jim Crow laws to Alabama’s immigration laws that may pass. Is this a false analogy? Explain. http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/17/opinion/trumka-king-civil-rights-alabama/index.html?hpt=hp_dsaasbn9 CW: 1. Logical fallacies pop quiz. You may use your notes.
2. Share your organizer with a classmate to check your arguments. 3. Draft your
constructive speech/bullet points on note cards. HW: We will start presentations when we return from Thanksgiving break. Be prepared with note cards.
11/22 We watched “Secrets of Body Language” and answered questions.
Should marijuana be legal? Cheyenne-for Jessica-against
Should marijuana be legal? Kristian-for Kenly-against
Should military keep a “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy for gays in the military? Caitlyn-against Krystal-for
Should online classes be a graduation requirement? Josh-for Randy-against
Should students be required to wear school uniforms? Robert-for Natalie T.-against
Should animals be used for experiments? Samantha-against Ashley-for Cynthia-for
Should the drinking age be changed? Prianka-not change Spencer-changed
Should legislation be enacted to protect the planet from global warming? Natalie P. – for Melissa-against
Should citizens under age 18 be sentenced to life without parole? Deion-against Marvin-for
Should tattoos and piercings be judged in the work industry? Dominique-not judged Kianna-judged
Should the government increase funds for NASA? Rafael-for funding Oscar-against
Should smoking be banned in all public spaces outside your home/property? Renee-for Abraham-against
10/13 to 10/21 Objective: I will successfully present my informative speech with appropriate volume, pacing, and tone. I will improve my feedback. CW: 1. Present speeches. HW: none
11/1/11 Objective: I will learn that persuasive speaking can involve more than just changing someone’s mind on an issue. BW2: How far should a comedy show go? Did Family Guy take it too far? http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/showbiz/2011/10/31/exp-sbt-family-guy-gone-too-far.hln CW: 1. Take notes on persuasive speaking and targeting the audience. HW: Choose top 5 persuasive topics and be prepared to select one next class.
11/3/11 Objective: I will demonstrate that I understand persuasive speaking concepts. BW3: How would you strengthen someone’s belief that aliens are real? CW: 1. Quiz on persuasive speaking. 2. Notes on Claim Support Reasoning. 3. Choose persuasive speech topics. HW: Bring 5 reliable articles related to topic.
11/7 Objective: I will write a clear thesis statement and use research to effectively strengthen my side of the debate. BW4: A Miss. amendment would define a fertilized egg as a person with full legal rights. What’s the ramification of this law on abortion legislation in Miss.? http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/04/us/mississippi-personhood-amendment/index.html?iref=allsearch CW: 1. We’ll take a few notes on debate structure. 2. We’ll write thesis statements based on question topics. 3. You will write a thesis statement for your topic. 4. Highlight research you might use to support your arguments. 5. Start graphic organizer for constructive argument. HW: Work on the Mini Debate graphic organizer for constructive argument and gather extra research if necessary.
9/26 Objective: I will use my outline as a guide to draft my informative speech. BW: none CW: I am checking a clean draft of your informative speech outlines with an introduction, body, and conclusion. You should start drafting your informative speeches. HW: Work on your drafts. Rough draft due Oct. 3.
Informative Speech Outline Sample – please note this is a lengthy outline, and yours should probably be about 2 typed pages, single-spaced, 12-pt. Times New Roman. You may also neatly handwrite your outline if you wish.
Informative Speech presentation sample – We analyzed this speech today in class and answered questions.
9/28 Objectives: I will learn how to use my planning as a guide for my writing. I will use my outline as my guide to draft my informative speech, which will be 3 to 4 minutes long.
BW: What’s the one idea you want the audience (your classmates) to remember about your speech? CW: 1. I will check off your informative outline drafts. 2. Draft your informative speech, due Oct. 3. 3. Review for exam. 4. Watch Obama’s speech and observe his body language, tone, and message. HW: Finish your drafts. We will have an exam on Oct. 5 on research skills and speaking skills.
Directions for Obama’s speech Write the following in complete sentences – several sentences. 1. Describe his message to students. 2. What do you think his goal is? How does he try to relate to his audience. 3. Listen to his voice and notice how it rises and falls. Watch his hands. How does he use these tools to communicate his message?
10/3 Objective: I will be able to identify the parts of an informative speech in my peer’s draft. I will provide thoughtful feedback for them on their drafts.
BW: Should the government fund companies that support the creation of clean energy?
http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/02/tech/innovation/solar-tower-arizona/index.html?hpt=hp_c2 CW: You will be revising each other’s informative speech drafts.
1. Highlight the thesis. 2. Write on the side the parts of the outline that you can identify: grabber, credibility statement, main points review, main body points, transition to conclusion.
3. Give them advice: What are they missing? What should they add? What should they modify or change? What should they take out? What grammatical mistakes did they make? Does a particular part seem too close to the original? Suggest a paraphrase. 4. Next class, I will show you how to cite your sources in MLA format; you need a minimum of 3 sources.
We will also be reviewing for the exam on rhetoric, the FINDS model, paraphrasing research articles, researching articles, Web site reliability, and speaking skills.
HW: Place a copy of rough draft on Google Documents (where I can give you feedback) or send me a copy via e-mail. Exam next class.
10/5 Objectives: I will score a 70 percent or better on my exam that focuses on research and speaking skills. BW: none CW: 1. Take exam. 2. Work on informative speech drafts. 3. I will show you how to write an MLA citation. Need a citation maker? Go to easybib.com. HW: Final draft of speech is due Oct. 13 on note cards and placed on Google Documents or printed. We will start the informative speech presentations. Here are the Informative Speech rubrics.
9/20 Objectives: I will FOCUS my ideas by creating a thesis statement and determining my goals for my informative speech. I will create an outline to help me organize my speech ideas. BW: When trials become entertainment… is this a reflection of media or us? http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/crime/2011/07/10/rs.casey.anthony.coverage.cnn?hpt=ju_mid CW: 1. FINDS model – FOCUS – Writing your thesis statement and purpose of your speech. What is your goal. INVESTIGATE: You started this by generating research. Highlight relevant ideas you could use for your speech. Create your outline.
HW: 1. Find 2 more articles related to your topic. 2. Read through and be ready to discuss next class: Writing at CSU: http://writing.colostate.edu/guides/speaking/infomod/index.cf
9/6 BW: none CW: Present My Name speech and provide verbal and written feedback. HW: Finish the My Name speech reflection if you didn’t finish during class. It should be about a page long written or a half page typed.
9/8 BW: What are you most passionate about in life? How do you communicate your passion to others? CW: Finish My Name speech presentations for those who joined the class late or failed to have their speech ready. Remember that if you didn’t present on Tuesday (and you didn’t join the class late), you will lose a letter grade. If you don’t present, it’s a zero for a quiz grade. When finished with the speeches, we will take notes on the Informative Speech. HW: Find 5 topics for an informative speech. Here are some Informative Speech ideas.
9/12 BW: none CW: I will not be in class today, but that’s OK! You will be debating each other, and yes, you will receive credit. HW: none
9/14 BW: How do you determine whether you should use a Web site? (5 bellworks due) CW: You will learn how to assess a Web Site’s reliability and practice paraphrasing. HW: Bring in 2 research articles for Tuesday on one topic you are considering for your informative speech.
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BW1: What do you like about your name? How were you named?
BW2: What are 3 current event issues that you would like to debate?
BW3: Describe our vocabulary words (tone, volume, and rate) in your own words.
BW4: What are you most passionate about in life? How do you communicate your passion to others?
BW5: How do you determine whether you should use a Web site?
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9/16 BW: What is the most important thing about your chosen topic you want to share? CW: 1. We will learn the FINDS research model about Research and Support. HW: none
8/24 BW: What do you like/dislike about your name? What’s the history behind your name (first, middle, last, etc.)? CW: You took notes on how Your Voice Speaks Volumes. I also gave you the directions for the My Name Speech. For a bit of fun, we played “Would You Rather.” Be sure to listen to what your classmates are saying as we play next time! HW: Research the meaning of your name if you don’t know your name’s history. Complete the survey on the MAIN page of ridalhigh.com and print out the acknowledgement form below and bring back signed by Sept. 1.
8/26 BW: news article (TBA) CW: I’ll show you how to use Google Documents. If you don’t have a G-mail account, make one and make sure it’s professional. If you don’t fill out the survey on my MAIN page, I can’t share the class documents with you! We will also be drafting your My Name Speech. HW: Practice your speech. Upload to Google Documents before class meets on 8/31.
8/30 BW: news article (TBA) CW: We will be reviewing drafts of speeches on Google Documents. HW: Prepare for speech next class. Bring back acknowledgement form signed (below) if you haven’t already done so.
9/1 BW: none CW: You will be presenting your My Name Speech, which will count as a quiz grade. HW: none
