Academic debate: A pathway to argumentation and research culture
Explore how academic debate can be used to develop students' skills in research, critical thinking, and teamwork.
26.11.2024
14:00 - 15:30
ARQUS - European University Alliance
to be announced
Registration required
This workshop provides an engaging introduction to using debate as a structured activity that develops research-based argumentation and discipline-specific competencies. Participants will also gain insights into innovative teaching methods, including flipped classrooms, peer-led debates, and debate competitions based on real-life scenarios.
- Date & Time: November 26, 2024, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- Key Takeaways:
- Discover the academic debate activity format, content, and assessment strategies
- Learn to integrate worksheets and innovative teaching techniques in your classroom
- Experience a live debate by first-year VU undergraduate students on "Climate denialism should be criminalised during election campaigns"