In this course, students read and write position papers, and discuss important gender issues. Critical thinking, defending a point of view, analytical writing, and debating skills are stressed. Students take a position and defend it with evidence from research. There are two papers and at least one formal debate. This course is designed for seniors who have developed a high level of interest in history and related subjects.
Students read, write position papers and discuss controversial political, social and gender issues.
Guest speakers, hands-on activities and videos are key features of this course. Critical thinking, speaking, analytical writing, listening and debating skills are stressed. Students may take this course for one, two or three trimesters. The class will study the agendas of President Bush, Congress and the U.S. Supreme Court. There will be a special emphasis on the discussion of our criminal justice system, poverty and the environment.