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An English Lesson that Helps Students Sleep Better by Discussing Its Importance and Potential Strategies
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Constructive Controversy for Beginners: Developing Cognitive, Social, and Language Skills
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Looking Back at Autonomy: Setting the Groundwork for Building Autonomy in the Classroom
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Democratic Debate: A Large-Scale College Debate Project
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The 2 vs. 2 Debate Format in Educational Contexts: An Overview
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