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Unlike impromptu styles of debate like British Parliamentary, many styles are either entirely prepared or include rounds of prepped debates. These include World Schools Debate, Canadian National style, and Public Forum. For these styles it’s important to develop strong research skills, in order to build strong cases with creative, topical …
This may seem obvious, but consistently taking notes as you read, watch, or listen to sources, is key to effective and efficient research. Even just underlining or highlighting keywords and phrases significantly improves your ability to remember new information, and remember key concepts to come back to later on. Even …
Debate, like any sport, is a game that requires a balance of offense and defense. However, the way that offense and defense functions is different than what you may expect. In debate, your opponent’s arguments are like points they are trying to score, and your job is to block their …
6 Tips for More Eloquent SpeechEasy to implement strategies for effective communication Think back on a recent speech or presentation that really captured your attention and had you thinking about it days later. What magic did the speaker cast to make it so spellbinding? Fortunately, it’s nothing quite so arcane. …
by Stormee Massey on 3/6/22 Imagine this: you are in a debate round and it is time for cross-fire. You know your opponents will be asking you questions, but you realize quickly that you don’t have any of your own questions to ask. Sometimes in debate, we get so caught …
1.Taking charge of your education The stereotypical image of education is of a lecturing teacher droning on while silent, note-taking students struggling to fight off sleep. Students and teachers alike complain about this way of doing things. But there’s really nothing “traditional” about this rote model of learning at all. …
1. Think Slow and Steady Critical thinking can be most useful — and most difficult — when you’re confronted with an unfamiliar problem. In these situations, it’s often best to slow down rather than looking for shortcuts or going with your gut. Instead, take a step back, gather whatever information …
You’re about to go on stage to speak before a huge audience. Your palms are sweaty, knees are shaking, and the butterflies in your stomach are fluttering at max speed. How will you ever make it through the presentation without throwing up?! If only you had read some tips for …
Dear VDA/VWA families: First, thanks so much for all your continued support, we cannot thank you enough as we work to bring the highest quality of instruction during uncertain times. The health and safety of your child and of our community remains our highest priority, and while we started in …
You’re about to go on stage to speak before a huge audience. Your palms are sweaty, knees are shaking, and the butterflies in your stomach are fluttering at max speed. How will you ever make it through the presentation without throwing up?! If only you had read some tips for …
All missed classes MUST be made up within the term. Missed classes WILL NOT carry over into the next term. Make-up classes may be completed before or after missed classes. Students may make up a maximum of 2 missed classes in a term. Students must join the class with their …
Who said debate club kids were nerds? Debate kids probably. Hello, my name is Grace Jia. I've been a competitive debater for more than 4 years. I’ve competed in both the American, Canadian, and World circuits and have placed 6th Place at the 34th Stanford Invitational Debate Tournament, Octofinalist Team …
