Harvard-Westlake Debate http://www.hwdebate.org Home of the Harvard-Westlake Debate Team Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:49:29 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.2.3 en Why Debate? http://www.hwdebate.org/2007/10/30/why-debate/ http://www.hwdebate.org/2007/10/30/why-debate/#comments Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:47:22 +0000 bietz http://www.hwdebate.org/2007/10/30/why-debate/ In a recent study reported on in the journal “Inside Higher Ed,” colleges created a list of 10 desired “learning outcomes” in education: (http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2007/10/19/miami)

- Communicate effectively using listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

- Use quantitative analytical skills to evaluate and process numerical data.

- Solve problems using critical and creative thinking and scientific reasoning.

- Formulate strategies to locate, evaluate and apply information.

- Demonstrate knowledge of diverse cultures, including global and historical perspectives.

- Create strategies that can be used to fulfill personal, civic and social responsibilities.

- Demonstrate knowledge of ethical thinking and its application to issues in society.

- Use computer and emerging technologies effectively.

- Demonstrate an appreciation for aesthetics and creative activities.

- Describe how natural systems function and recognize the impact of humans on the environment.

ALL of these skills are enhanced through participation in debate. 

]]> http://www.hwdebate.org/2007/10/30/why-debate/feed/ Practice on Wed/Thur this Week http://www.hwdebate.org/2007/09/16/practice-on-wedthur-this-week/ http://www.hwdebate.org/2007/09/16/practice-on-wedthur-this-week/#comments Mon, 17 Sep 2007 05:43:54 +0000 bietz http://www.hwdebate.org/2007/09/16/practice-on-wedthur-this-week/ Because of the Rosh Hoshanah holiday, we will be having practice on Wednesday and Thursday this week instead of the normal Thursday and Friday.  Practice will be at the same time - 3:00pm in Seaver 301.

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