Gifted Tongues

High School Debate and Adolescent Culture

Autori

• Gary Alan Fine

Parametri

• 314 pagine
• 11 ore

• Scienze sociali

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The book delves into the unique cultural dynamics of high-school debate teams, highlighting the intricate relationships among teammates, competitors, and coaches. It explores how this competitive environment serves as a platform for both intellectual and emotional growth for adolescents. The author, Gary Alan Fine, assesses the advantages and challenges of participating in debate and offers suggestions for improving programs to enhance academic performance and foster essential citizenship skills in students.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2001

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