THE RAFT DEBATE: GETTING UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS TO THINK CRITICALLY ABOUT AGING
2024
The Raft Debate: Engaging Students in Critical Thinking About Aging
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Author Information
Author(s): Fiscella Andrew
Primary Institution: University of South Florida
Hypothesis
Can a debate format enhance critical thinking about biological aging in undergraduate students?
Conclusion
The study suggests that using a debate format can help students better understand biological aging.
Supporting Evidence
- The debate format encourages students to think critically about aging.
- Students gain a deeper understanding of biological aging through collaboration and competition.
Takeaway
This study shows that having students debate about aging topics can help them think more deeply about the subject.
Methodology
Students participated in a debate format where they argued different sides of aging topics.
Participant Demographics
Undergraduate students in a Physical Changes & Aging course.
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