Module: Debating Skills

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Debating Skills
Module Code	EN104
School	SALIS
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Fiona Gallagher Semester 2: Fiona Gallagher Autumn: Fiona Gallagher
Module Teachers	Fiona Gallagher Martin Toal
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Coursework Only
Presentation of an argument concerning contemporary issues in society.

Description

The aims of this module are to: introduce students to debating as a discourse mode; develop skills in proposing and defending a line of argument; engage in critical contemporary debates in society. Materials used in this module are mainly pitched at B2:2 (CEFR) and higher

Learning Outcomes

1. define and set out theoretical underpinnings of a motion
2. use the skill of rebuttal, including the use of supporting evidence
3. demonstrate ability to work effectively in teams
4. display knowledge of specialised vocabulary pertaining to a given topic or field
5. self-assess oral language skills
6. plan short-term goals for the development of debating skills
7. Reflection on learning

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	12	debating skills
Group work	12	In-class debates
Independent Study	101	researching and planning for debates; management of learning
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Information gathering skills

Presentation skills

Voice modulation & body language

Functions of agreeing and disagreeing

Compensation Strategies

Management of interaction (including listening and note-taking)

Negotiation of meaning

Summarizing skills

Team work skills

Management of learning
Self-assessment, goal setting, reporting on learning

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Practical/skills evaluation	Preparation of arguments for and against a motion and reflection on the process	30%	Week 8
Oral Examination	Group debate	70%	Sem 1 End

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Bowell, T & Kemp, G: 2005, Critical Thinking., 2nd edition., Routledge, London,
Blundel, R: 1998, Effective Business Communication, 1st, Prentice Hall, New York,
Hasling, J.: 1975, The Audience, The Message, The Speaker, McGrawHill Book Company,

Other Resources

59596, Newspaper, 0, Irish Times,

Programme or List of Programmes

BSSA	Study Abroad (DCU Business School)
BSSAO	Study Abroad (DCU Business School)
EBF	BA in Global Business (France)
EBG	BA in Global Business (Germany)
EBS	BA in Global Business (Spain)
HMSA	Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science)
HMSAO	Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science)
IESAO	Study Abroad (Institute of Education)
SHSAO	Study Abroad (Science & Health)

Date of Last Revision

30-SEP-09

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