Teaching Nursing Students

Teaching Nursing Students

Teaching Nursing Students

Debate is at the epicenter of a democratic society. The ability to persuade another person to coincide with personal beliefs requires critical thinking and critical communication skills. Debate, according to Merriam-Webster online dictionary, is a regulated discussion of a proposition between two matched sides. (Merriam-Webster online dictionary, 2010) Debate can be a powerful teaching tool, as well as, an enlightening experience for the student.

Prejudices and misconceptions can hinder productive critical thinking in the classroom and can create an unprofessional environment in the clinical setting. Debating enables students to break down the barriers of ...