Debate

We move on to timing, arguments and rebuttals.

Elements that exists in every debate, the fundamentals! We look at topic, teams/sides, speakers.

An introduction to debate philosophy, targeted more at teachers and judges than students. What is debate? When, where, how and who debates? And most importantly, why should you debate?

I explain the role of the Deputy Speakers in this format. These are the speakers who speak second in both teams, and I talk about them together since their roles are very similar. There are 3 main responsibilities, to Defend their Case, to Attack the Case on the Other Side and to Make 1 or 2 new arguments.

I explain the role of the first speaker in this format. There are 3 main responsibilities, to Respond to the Definition and Set-Up of the Debate, to Present the Team Position and Case, To Rebut the Prime Minister and to Make 1 or 2 Arguments.

More on the process of creating definitions and why they are important.

We walk through the process of making a definition and discuss how the constraints have an impact on the rest of the debate.

More on why these things are sooooo important! =]