Critical thinking and argumentation are skills that will make you stand out in college and the competitive job market. Through lessons from Stanford University’s law, business and education experts, you will identify flaws in your critical thinking, learn to analyze a complex set of facts, weigh evidence, anticipate the other side’s points, and deliver a better argument. Students will sharpen their argumentative skills through lively debates, role-playing, and group work. Finally, students will have their day in ‘court’ as an attorney or witness in a mock trial, awaiting the judge’s verdict. This course will dive into human rights issues of global interest, and students will develop a network of like-minded peers. While this course is valuable for future attorneys, any student will benefit from it. Students will work collaboratively in an inclusive learning environment, supporting diverse viewpoints.
Session One
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Session Two
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Grade(s)
9-11
at the time of application
Scheduled Class Time*
08:00 AM - 11:00 AM (PDT)
Session One
04:00 PM - 07:00 PM (PDT)
Session Two
*The course will meet for two hours daily (Monday–Friday) for a live online class during this window of time. The third hour is used for online office hours. Students will be admitted to and attend just one course section and time. The exact course time and office hour schedule will be set closer to the start of the program. In addition to the live meeting times, students complete out-of-class learning assignments such as assigned readings, group work, pre-recorded online lectures, and more.