M08 Historical Hack: Civil Discourse

Optional Enrichment Activity - Complete this optional activity to learn how to engage in civil discussions about things and practice argumentation skills that follow the Rogerian method. 

Suggested Activities:

• Prepare written arguments that explain/debate the role of the U.S. as a police officer in world affairs. You could look for evidence to support either side and then practice debating, such as using the SPAR method Links to an external site.. This page includes a blue box activity Links to an external site. that asks you to find a shared reality with those who hold opposing viewpoints.
• This page Links to an external site. teaches you about the Rogerian method and asks you to use this new understanding to create a short essay about whether or not the U.S. should police world affairs.
• With more time, you could read and review a sample essay Links to an external site. that uses the Rogerian method.