Search results
In this first section we will study what a virtual debate is as a form of com-munication and collaboration online and as a space for learning. We will also define its fundamental aims. 1.1. Definition A virtual debate can be defined , from a technical point of view, as an asyn-chronous forum in which different participants, with the presence of ...
A STUDENT GUIDE TO DEBATE. 1. Debate Structure. 2 teams – Proposition & Opposition. 3 speakers per team. 1.1 Who else is present? Speaker of the House – chairs the debate; technically all speeches and points of information are directed to him/her, they call each debater to the floor, etc. Timekeeper. Judge(s) Audience Members. 1.2 National Times.
Chapter 1. Debate Tournaments. C ompetitive High School Debate involves preparing for, and attending Tourna-ments, where you will debate against teams from other schools about the merits of a National High School Debate Resolution. This year, the Resolution is: Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially increase its.
Rules. debate has a Chairman who conducts the debate and a timekeeper who records the time of each speaker. There are two teams: . an Affirmative – the team that agrees with the topic; and. a Negative – the team that disagrees with the topic. Each side consists of three members; first, second and third speakers.
debates range from intricate policy advocacy (like one may hear in the halls of Congress) to more light hearted metaphorical argument. The debaters speak extemporaneously in public debate, using only the notes they have made during the debate and preparation period.
First speakers establish the grounds on which the debate is going to be fought, outline their team’s case, and present the most important points. Second speakers move the debate forward by developing analysis of existing arguments, rebutting arguments, and introducing new lines of argument.
Debate Training Guide. Training debaters is a continual process. There is not enough time to adequately prepare students for everything they need to know in debate. Therefore, this guide is to help you understand the most important features students need to understand to get started in debate.
