How to Teach Debating: Theory & Practical Handbook for the Non-Native Teacher,Debate Coach & International English Language Learner Worldwide

By Thomas Jerome Baker

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times..." ~ Charles Dickens, "A Tale of Two Cities" In the Dickens' quotation we find a contradiction. How can the "best" be the "worst"? Likewise, most debate coaches have differing interpretations about debating. As a debate coach, I emphasize the practical, namely, you learn to debate, by debating. I dedicate this book to all teachers, coaches, and students worldwide, and especially to the non-native speaker of English. Since most books on debating are aimed at native speakers of English, this book addresses this disparity while still being useful to a native speaker. For example, there are many practice activities, drills and exercises. This makes it a highly practical book for the non-native speaker, who above all else, will benefit most from such practice. Nonetheless, it also addresses debating theory, both inductively and deductively. Therefore, it is an excellent resource book for all debaters, debate coaches, and teachers to have. Finally, debating helps you to understand that others see the world differently. This understanding promotes mutual respect and tolerance of diversity. In this way, debate plays a role in building a better world for everyone to live in...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1493767801
• ISBN13: 9781493767809
• Release Date: November 2013
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.5" x 6.0"