EPISODE · Dec 20, 2023 · 30 MIN
Art of Argument: Supporting Secondary School Arabic Debaters
from QFI Podcast: All Things Arabic · host Caroline Sibley and QFI
This episode dives into Arabic debate at the high school/secondary school level. Arabic debate seems to be more than just a linguistic exercise; students are advancing in their language and critical thinking skills and are finding joy in learning, all within the school setting.This episode features secondary school Arabic debater and team captain Mariana McCottry, her Arabic teacher and debate coach Rana Nasser, and principal Dr. Caroline Sanchez, all from Cumberland International Early College High School in North Carolina. They share tips for success in debate, what’s needed to start a debate team and recruit students, and the value-added of the Arabic program and debate team at their school. Tune in for an inside scoop into secondary school Arabic debate!References:Flipgrid (now called Flip)Arabic Honor SocietyStart an AHS ClubWorld Arabic Language DayU.S. High Schools Arabic Debating ChampionshipHow to Become a DebaterDebate Modules
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This episode dives into Arabic debate at the high school/secondary school level. Arabic debate seems to be more than just a linguistic exercise; students are advancing in their language and critical thinking skills and are finding joy in learning, all within the school setting. This episode features secondary school Arabic debater and team captain Mariana McCottry, her Arabic teacher and debate coach Rana Nasser, and principal Dr. Caroline Sanchez, all from Cumberland International Early Coll...
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