Debate method in teaching Literature at Nguyet An Secondary School

Students of Nguyet An Secondary School during self-study hour.

According to teacher Nguyen Xuan Nam, head of the Social Science Group, Nguyet An Secondary School: "In the process of organizing the teaching of the subject, there are many different active teaching methods. Each method has its own advantages and limitations, in which the debate method is highly appreciated with the advantage of helping students gain more skills in standing in front of a crowd, the ability to withstand pressure and critical thinking, and develop logical arguments. Debate also trains students' skills in initiative and independence in the learning process. When participating in debate activities, students will know how to synthesize information and provide information in a concise and effective way. From there, students can easily master the knowledge system in the subject, lesson, and master their lives. This is also a way of learning that helps students develop the abilities and qualities that are suitable for the requirements of the new program".

Based on the above advantages, Mr. Nam and other teachers in the subject group of Nguyet An Secondary School have researched and applied the debate method into teaching based on closely following the principles and procedures for organizing debate activities; at the same time, flexibly and creatively implementing instructions for students to prepare lessons and how to raise debate issues. Mr. Nam shared: "For a debate lesson to be effective, the teacher must be creative in the way of presenting the debate issue and organizing the participation of students in debate activities. For example, when teaching the lesson "January Narcissus", the teacher shows students pictures or videos related to the issue, then gives debate content such as: What do you see in the pictures? Share the message in the pictures? Choose an opinion or a message that you find most important? Explain the reason?... Or when teaching the speaking and listening section "Presenting opinions on volunteer activities for the community", the teacher lets students participate in volunteer activities in the locality or school. From there, students will collect pictures and videos to present their debate about current volunteer activities".

Also according to teacher Nguyen Xuan Nam, when teaching using the debate method, teachers must create an interactive learning environment, maximizing the role of each individual in the process of organizing debate activities. For example, when teaching the speaking and listening sections of "Ho Khanh's Imprint", teachers can raise the issue: There is an opinion that a talented explorer needs many different qualities, the most important of which are understanding and passion for exploring the natural world? What is your opinion on this issue?...

It can be seen that Literature is an important subject that takes up a lot of time in the teaching and learning program in schools. This subject not only helps students understand the natural world and the social life around them, but also contributes to orienting their personality, morality, and nurturing their dreams and ambitions. However, in reality, a number of students do not appreciate the role and have lost interest in this subject. The reason is that many people believe that a number of teachers no longer inspire and inspire students, and that teaching methods are still stereotyped, poor, and not really innovative. This requires each teacher to actively innovate teaching methods in the current educational innovation process. Many teachers have commented that using the debate method is one of the important factors in the innovation of teaching Literature today because it contributes to developing the capacity and qualities of learners. Using debate methods in teaching Literature also contributes to creating interest for students to develop their skills in synthesizing knowledge, teamwork and communication skills.

The assessment of Mr. Nguyen Xuan Nam as well as Principal of Nguyet An Secondary School Dinh Viet Luong shows that, from implementing the debate method, the school's teachers have proactively built and established activities and know how to diversify in the process of conveying lesson information to students. At the same time, an interactive learning environment has been built, maximizing the role of each individual in the teaching and learning process as well as building a multi-dimensional relationship between teachers and students, students and students in the classroom. For students, they feel excited, enthusiastic, positive, and proactive when participating in debate activities. In addition, they have prepared their lessons at home more thoroughly, especially with the questions and tasks set out in the debate activities. In addition, students' debate skills have also been significantly improved; students boldly express their personal opinions and views, and know how to debate and defend their opinions. Thereby contributing to improving the quality of teaching Literature in schools.

Article and photos: Phong Sac

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