A Suon di Parole. The argumentative debate tournament of the Autonomous Province of Trento as an educational and formative experience and an opportunity for didactic renewal

Abstract

This paper explores the "A Suon di Parole" debate tournament, established in 2010 for Trentino schools, as an effective tool for developing civic citizenship and lifelong learning competences. Drawing on experiences from the Collegio Arcivescovile “C. Endrici,” the authors analyze the educational and formative value of the tournament for both students and teachers. Due to its positive cognitive and affective-relational impact, the study argues that participation in this debate framework acts as a catalyst for broader renewal in school teaching and learning processes.