I use them and students like them. One suggestion: I tell students they must read both sides, and they will be assigned to a side in class, so must be familiar with both articles.
Also, remind them again that this is not the time for them to spout off about their own opinions (you can use less antagonistic verbs if you prefer - I just say it with a little humor). They're to debate using the information they're assigned, to show that they're familiar with it. If the "stand" really bothers them, they can inform the class that they don't personally agree with that side (this was a concern for some with the issue of "spanking"). Beth Benoit University System of New Hampshire ----- Original Message ----- From: "Hetzel, Rod" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Teaching in the Psychological Sciences" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, January 09, 2003 7:40 AM Subject: Taking Sides Hi folks. Do any of you have any experience using the Taking Sides series with your classes? I'm using it for Abnormal Psychology this semester. Students seem pretty excited about it, but I was curious if there are any potential pitfalls or problems that you have found in using the debate format. Thanks in advance! Rod ______________________________________________ Roderick D. Hetzel, Ph.D. Department of Psychology LeTourneau University Post Office Box 7001 2100 South Mobberly Avenue Longview, Texas 75607-7001 Office: Education Center 218 Phone: 903-233-3893 Fax: 903-233-3851 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Homepage: http://www.letu.edu/people/rodhetzel --- You are currently subscribed to tips as: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] --- You are currently subscribed to tips as: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
