HB 5420
Require the teaching of classical informal logic in public middle schools and implmenting rquirements for teachers to teach logic courses
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to introduce a new curriculum called "Logic for Living" into West Virginia public middle schools (grades 7-10). It requires the state board to develop standards, curriculum materials, and assessments focused on informal logic, including identifying fallacies and constructing sound arguments. The Washington Center for Civics, Culture, and Statesmanship at West Virginia University will play a key role in developing and implementing this curriculum, and teachers will receive specialized training and endorsements in logic.
Key provisions
- Requires the establishment of a ‘Logic for Living’ curriculum in grades 7-10.
- Directs the Washington Center for Civics, Culture, and Statesmanship at West Virginia University to develop curriculum standards and assessments.
- Mandates phased implementation of the curriculum across West Virginia counties.
- Requires teachers to receive separate endorsements in logic for grades 7-8 and 9-10.
- Authorizes stipends and incentives for teachers who obtain the logic endorsement.
- Calls for regular reporting to the Joint Standing Committee on Education regarding the curriculum’s progress.
- Authorizes the State Board of Education to consult with the Center on implementation guidelines.
- Updates requirements for teacher certificates to include a logic endorsement.
Who is affected
- Public middle school students (grades 7-10)
- West Virginia public schools
- Teachers in West Virginia public schools
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