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ELA.D.3.G
use valid proofs appropriately to support claims in propositions of value;
ELA.D.3.H
construct briefs for value propositions; and
ELA.D.3.I
apply voting criteria to value propositions.
ELA.D.4
Propositions of policy. The student develops and demonstrates skills for debating propositions of policy. The student is expected to:
ELA.D.4.A
evaluate implications of stock issues in affirmative and negative case construction and refutation;
ELA.D.4.B
use and evaluate a variety of valid strategies to construct affirmative and negative cases;
ELA.D.4.C
construct debate briefs for policy propositions; and
ELA.D.4.D
analyze and adapt approaches to accommodate a variety of judging paradigms.
ELA.D.5
Logic. The student applies critical thinking, logic, and reasoning in debate. The student is expected to:
ELA.D.5.A
analyze and create arguments using various forms of logic such as inductive and deductive reasoning, syllogisms, traditional models of logic, and cause-effect;
ELA.D.5.B
identify fallacies in reasoning and apply standards of validity and relevancy in analyzing and constructing argument; and
ELA.D.5.C
analyze the role of value assumptions in personal, social, and political conflicts.
ELA.D.6
Proof. The student utilizes research and proof in debate. The student is expected to:
ELA.D.6.A
locate and use a variety of reliable technological and print sources;
ELA.D.6.B
identify and apply standard tests of evidence for choosing appropriate logical proofs;
ELA.D.6.C
demonstrate skill in recording and organizing information; and
ELA.D.6.D
utilize ethical guidelines for debate research and use of evidence.
ELA.D.7
Case construction. The student identifies and applies the basic concepts of debate case construction. The student is expected to:
ELA.D.7.A
identify the roles and responsibilities of the affirmative and negative positions;
ELA.D.7.B
explain and apply the distinctive approaches to prima facie case construction; and
ELA.D.7.C
use a variety of approaches to construct logical affirmative and negative cases.
ELA.D.8
Refutation. The student identifies and applies the basic concepts of argumentation and refutation. The student is expected to:
ELA.D.8.A
listen critically to formulate responses;
ELA.D.8.B
take accurate notes during argumentation such as flow a debate;
ELA.D.8.C
analyze and apply a variety of approaches for refuting and defending arguments;
ELA.D.8.D
recognize and use effective cross-examination strategies; and
ELA.D.8.E
extend cross-examination responses into refutation.
ELA.D.9
Delivery. The student uses effective communication skills in debating. The student is expected to:
ELA.D.9.A
use precise language and effective verbal skills in argumentation and debate;
ELA.D.9.B
use effective nonverbal communication in argumentation and debate;
ELA.D.9.C
use effective critical-listening strategies in argumentation and debate;
ELA.D.9.D
demonstrate ethical behavior and courtesy during debate; and
ELA.D.9.E
develop extemporaneous speaking skills.
ELA.D.10
Evaluation. The student evaluates and critiques debates. The student is expected to:
ELA.D.10.A
use a knowledge of debate principles to develop and apply evaluation standards for various debate formats; and
ELA.D.10.B
provide valid and constructive written and/or oral critiques of debates.
ELA.ISS.1
Propose. The student plans and designs an independent study project. The student is expected to:
ELA.ISS.1.A
select a topic and define a purpose for an independent study project focused on a specific aspect of communication;
ELA.ISS.1.B
review the research related to the topics identified;
ELA.ISS.1.C
develop a formal proposal for the project; and
ELA.ISS.1.D
plan the format and develop the timelines for production and presentation.
ELA.ISS.2
Research. The student conducts research to support and develop the approved project. The student is expected to:
ELA.ISS.2.A
locate and gather information from a variety of primary and secondary sources, including electronic technology;
ELA.ISS.2.B
use systematic strategies to organize and record information; and
ELA.ISS.2.C
analyze the research data and develop conclusions to provide a basis for the project.
ELA.ISS.3
Produce. The student produces the final product for the project. The student is expected to:
ELA.ISS.3.A
limit the chosen topic, purpose, and format for the presentation;
ELA.ISS.3.B
develop systematic strategies to document the project;
ELA.ISS.3.C
develop appropriate evaluation strategies for each aspect of the production and presentation of the project;
ELA.ISS.3.D
organize and outline the text for the presentation;