Collaborative Discussion and Drama · Speaking & Listening

Formal Debate and Consensus

Engaging in structured arguments while working toward a shared understanding or resolution.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do we maintain respect when strongly disagreeing with an opponent?
  2. 2What is the difference between winning an argument and reaching a consensus?
  3. 3How does evidence-based reasoning strengthen a verbal position?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - CommunicatingNCCA: Primary - Exploring and Using
Class/Year: 5th Year
Subject: Voices and Visions: Advanced Literacy and Expression
Unit: Collaborative Discussion and Drama
Period: Speaking & Listening

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