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Feedback is an essential component of debate adjudication. It helps judges provide constructive criticism to debaters, which can help them improve their skills and performance. Constructive feedback ...
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Welcome back! In part one of this article, you learned the format of impromptu speaking rounds, saw some example prompts and learned how to choose the one you will speak about. Now let’s look at some ...
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What do you think of when you hear the word “argument?” People raising their voices, hurling words at each other back and forth? Well, yes, too often this is the case. However, the word argument also ...
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In seven minutes, you can: · Listen to the “Peanut, Butter, Jelly” song four times. · Run a mile. · Say the word “pancake” 910 times. · Fall asleep. · Wait to get a spot on the Prince Charming Regal ...
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If you're a debater, no matter your experience level, you've probably heard of rebuttals. Although critical to a good debate, you may not know how the best rebuttals work or how to employ them on the ...
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Let’s head over part two of this article. In the first one, you had the chance to learn the basics of the World Schools debate format. Now that you know how your teams are formed and what the motions ...
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Debate is the art of persuasion. It's a way to use our words to convince others that they should take our side. It's been around for thousands of years, and it continues to play an important role in ...
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Introduction Debate is a great way for students to develop their public speaking skills and critical thinking abilities. It's also a fun way to learn about topics that are important to them and the ...
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World Schools debate, also known as WSDC, is one of the most common debate formats in the world. It's most typically used in school debates, hence the name, and it's the debate format used in the ...
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We all have dreams. We all imagine the amazing things we hope to do in the future, the experiences we want to have, the things we want to achieve… And even though each person is different, I’m sure ...