What grade levels do these standards cover?

Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12

Where can I read the official document?

Utah Secondary Supplemental Standards for English Language Arts

K–12 Standards

Speech and Debate
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Research and Development. Students will read and collect research from textual evidence to prepare for debates.1

1
Prepare for and present in a variety of speech and debate formats (see appendix).1.1
2
Analyze current events and political atmosphere (e.g., domestic policy, economic policy, foreign policy, social climate).1.2
3
Collaborate to define issues and develop strategies.1.3
4
Research arguments to support substantive claims using a variety of primary and/or secondary sources including but not limited to historical, scientific, and technical texts:1.4
1. a
  central idea1.4.a
2. b
  discrepancies in content1.4.b
3. c
  explanation for action or events1.4.c
4. d
  points of view1.4.d
5. e
  specialized vocabulary1.4.e
6. f
  textual evidence1.4.f
5
Evaluate researched texts for validity, reliability, and credibility of source, content, and/or author. 1.5

Fundamentals. Students will analyze and evaluate various speech and debate formats to develop fundamental knowledge for application.2

1
Compare and contrast classical and contemporary philosophers and their contributions to speech and debate.2.1
2
Explain the historical and contemporary role that speech and debate play in democratic society (e.g., diplomacy, government policy, justice system, politics).2.2
3
Discuss ethical dilemmas and practices as found in various speaking topics, contentions, and presentations.2.3
4
Demonstrate ethical practices in speech and debate (e.g., behavior, courtesy, verbal and nonverbal communication).2.4
5
Demonstrate effective communication skills in speech and debate: 2.5
1. a
  Speaking (e.g., framing questions, responding to questions, speaking extemporaneously, using appropriate language)2.5.a
2. b
  Listening (e.g., critical and attentive listening demonstrated by note taking, critiquing) 2.5.b
3. c
  Nonverbal communication (e.g., attire, eye contact, facial expressions, gestures, proximity)2.5.c
6
Analyze a variety of speech and debate structures for task, audience, and purpose.2.6
7
Use speech and debate conventions appropriately (see appendix A).2.7
8
Use speech and debate terminology effectively (see appendix A).2.8
9
Identify, develop, and argue stock issues:2.9
1. a
  Harm2.9.a
2. b
  Inherency2.9.b
3. c
  Significance2.9.c
4. d
  Solvency2.9.d
5. e
  Topicality2.9.e
10
Apply critical thinking skills when researching, preparing, and presenting arguments:2.10
1. a
  Causal arguments2.10.a
2. b
  Logical fallacies 2.10.b
3. c
  Source validity 2.10.c
4. d
  Topic and analysis support using strong evidence2.10.d
5. e
  Challenge the status quo and current policy proposals, using a variety of arguments and rhetorical devices2.10.e

Performance and Evaluation. Students will demonstrate fundamental speaking and debating skills and evaluate best practices.3

1
Apply principles of ethical communication appropriate to context:3.1
1. a
  Academic honesty3.1.a
2. b
  Bias3.1.b
3. c
  Communication responsibility3.1.c
4. d
  Plagiarism3.1.d
5. e
  Respect for diversity3.1.e
2
Identify and adjust behaviors and arguments based on evaluation paradigms (See appendix).3.2
3
Present arguments using clear and concise language.3.3
4
Demonstrate the process of refutation and cross examination in debate settings and provide effective rebuttals.3.4
5
Demonstrate the ability to give and receive constructive criticism to self and peers.3.5
6
Develop presentation skills to convey complex ideas:3.6
1. a
  Extemporaneous speech3.6.a
2. b
  Formal register 3.6.b
3. c
  Persuasive techniques3.6.c
7
Analyze the reduction of communication barriers (see appendix).3.7
8
Demonstrate mutual respect in interpersonal communication.3.8
9
Demonstrate appropriate critical, empathetic, appreciative, and reflective listening skills in formal and informal situations:3.9
1. a
  Active listening behaviors3.9.a
2. b
  False assumptions3.9.b
3. c
  Loaded terms3.9.c
4. d
  Note-taking3.9.d
5. e
  Sarcasm3.9.e

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What grade levels do these standards cover?: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?: Utah Secondary Supplemental Standards for English Language Arts

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