Context: Controversy is the essence of intellectual discourse. Although it may produce sharp disagreements between persons of differing viewpoints, the role of critical disputation in furthering knowledge is universally recognized. The processes of debating will encourage social work students to think critically and develop analytical skills.
All students are responsible for understanding and arguing for both sides of the issue that they select. Students will choose one of the issues below, take a position, and argue vigorously for their side, citing relevant sources, data, statistics, etc. Students will present their arguments in a position paper of 4–6 pages .
Should the government guarantee housing for people who are homeless?
