Debate Apasionado: Expressing Opinions and Arguments

What you'll learn

• Articulate in Spanish, a nuanced perspective on a controversial socio-political issue, incorporating at least three distinct arguments supported by factual evidence during a structured debate, as evaluated by a rubric assessing argumentation quality, linguistic accuracy, and persuasive delivery.
• Construct a persuasive argument in Spanish by effectively utilizing complex grammatical structures (e.g., subjunctive mood, conditional clauses) and sophisticated vocabulary related to social and political discourse, demonstrating proficiency in at least 80% of instances, as measured by error analysis of transcribed speech.
• Evaluate the validity and relevance of arguments presented by peers in a Spanish debate, identifying at least two logical fallacies or biases in their reasoning and providing constructive counter-arguments using appropriate persuasive techniques, as demonstrated through written feedback and participation in rebuttal rounds.
• Apply strategies for effective communication and active listening in Spanish during a debate, including techniques for clarifying ambiguous statements, responding respectfully to opposing viewpoints, and maintaining a coherent line of reasoning, as assessed by instructor observation and peer evaluation of communication skills.