Sociology course: debate on racial profiling

Debates are a great way to get to the core of how to develop and support a position. Students often already have a sense of what is expected as the form/style is common in popular media and elsewhere. In my experience using debates, there are some barriers to learning that tend to arise though, such as language issues, public performance anxiety, and quick pace. With these challenges, students who know the material well may not be able to fully demonstrate their knowledge and skills.