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ERIC Number: EJ366796
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Using Debates in Public Policy Courses.
Cooper, Donald R.
Political Science Teacher, v1 n1 p11,14 Win 1988
Discusses the use of classroom debate as a teaching resource which generates argumentation and, hence, new ideas. Advocates the use of debate to increase student involvement and commitment to a topic. Describes case construction, debate protocol, and student evaluation procedures. (GEA)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Debate, Higher Education, Political Issues, Political Science, Public Affairs Education, Public Policy, Secondary Education, Student Participation
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Note: The Political Science Teacher is published quarterly by the American Political Science Association, 1527 New Hampshire Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036.