Ben Walker, Southwest Minnesota State UniversityFollow

Drawing the Circle: Framing Forensics as Educational Looping

Abstract

In light of shrinking numbers on teams and at tournaments, Klosa (2008) called for more sustainable practices in forensics. Now with funding in higher education dwindling (Fenner, 2018), forensics needs to adapt to the changing landscape (Walker & Walker, 2024). This essay outlines how forensic coaches can align our co-curricular activity with a trending educational philosophy: looping.

Author Biography

Ben Walker (MFA) is a Professor of Communication Studies and Director of Forensics at Southwest Minnesota State University.

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Recommended Citation

Walker, B. (2026). Drawing the Circle: Framing Forensics as Educational Looping. National Forensic Journal, 39(1). https://doi.org/10.56816/0749-1042.1076

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