Interscholastic Debate: Balancing Perspectives and Boosting Achievement

  • Room: 102 A/B
Friday, January 19, 2024: 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Speaker(s)

Contact and Speaker
Adam Jacobi
Executive Director
Wisconsin Interscholastic Speech & Dramatic Arts Assoc. (WISDAA)
Speaker
Andrea Peterson-Longmore
Teacher and Speech/Debate Coach
Neenah

Description

Wisconsin has a rich history in interscholastic debate, yet has dwindled to only a few dozen middle and high schools. States such as Florida have invested resources in bringing debate to more schools. Internationally, countries such as China added debate to inspire creative thinking and enhance STEM education, while American universities place an admissions premium on students who engage in this high-level thinking activity. This session will feature nationally recognized Wisconsin coaches and students who will describe their own experiences, as well as how more Wisconsin schools can add this activity that has become far more accessible.

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