MODEL UNITED NATIONS and SPEECH

 “Bringing Global Perspectives
to Future Leaders”
Motto of American Model United Nations
Instructor: Dr. Bev Questad ~ A Social Studies, English or Miscellaneous Credit

2003 SHS MUN
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7th Period Model United Nations/Speech Class
~ Tired of that 7:30 class? ~
Try Tuesday and Thursdays, 2:15-4:45

English, social studies and science concepts are integrated with technology
to promote advanced application of academic skills.

Recommended for sophomores, juniors and seniors who are college-bound. One semester.

"There is no better activity that will develop essential academic, professional, and life skills than dedicated involvement in speech and debate" (Luong, Minh. Yale University).

Course Description:
A class and a club. Enhance your ability to persuade authority. Participate in simulated UN crisis sessions. Debate current international issues. Optional state and district conference participation as well as paid opportunities for coaching middle school students. Excellent for college admission credit points.

- A College Admission Advantage -
Partial List of Debate Topics
 Landmines
Trafficking in Women
Trafficking in Minors
Jerusalem as International City
Death Penalty
Reparations for Prior Ethnic Servitude
Security Council Reform
UN Legitimacy
Genetic Engineering
International Security

Work Cited: Luong, Minh. "Forensics and College Admissions." Rostrum Library. Nov. 2000. 9 Mar. 2004 <http://debate.uvm.edu/NFL/rostrumlib/Luong%20AdmissionsNov%2700.pdf>.

 


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