SPAR Debates for Civic Engagement

Using this activity intended for the debate classroom, students will engage in one or more short “SPAR” debates on a variety of topics related to the government’s role in balancing individual and public interests.
Resource ID#: 199717 Type: Teaching Idea
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General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Interactive Whiteboard, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Keywords: debate, speech, civics, civic engagement, ELA, English Language Arts, argument, activity, speech and debate, class speaking, SPAR
Instructional Component Type(s): Teaching Idea,  Worksheet,  Text Resource,  Resource Collection, 
Instructional Design Framework(s): Guided Inquiry (Level 3), Argumentation, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Civics & Debate Initiative Teacher Resources

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