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Debating SA is South Australia’s largest debating organisation that leads the way in conducting debating activities for schools and the wider community within South Australia, primarily in the form of a Schools’ Competition.
The organisation provides coaching and adjudicators for school and corporate debates, as well as professional development for teachers and the wider community.
Innovative and school-friendly, the association promotes debating as an activity that is accessible to all students.
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POP UP DEBATING WORKSHOPS.
This month, we will be running two days of 'Pop Up' Debating Workshops where children can learn in a fun and interactive environment, and come away learning some invaluable skills! Come to one or both.
We're hosting our first Debating "Pop Up" on
TUESDAY JANUARY 19th. Debating; the basics.
If you have a child who is interested in debating then this is an excellent introduction.
This is a one day workshop which introduces students to the basic concepts of debating, including how to interpret the topic, construct their debate, research material, and then present a debate at the end of the day.
All materials and handouts provided.
Lunch and morning tea provided. Time 10-4pm. Cost $75
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 20th.
This workshop comprises three sessions.
1. FALLACIES.
Students learn to identify faulty reasoning when making an argument.
2. EVIDENCE AND REASONING.
In this session students learn how to research and cite credible evidence and learn to navigate the internet for research.
3. REBUTTAL.
Teaches children how to respond to and point out the flaws in the arguments of the opposition.
All handouts and materials provided.
Lunch and morning tea provided. Time 10-4pm. Cost $75
Both days are valuable to students whether they continue to enter our competition or not. They will learn skills that will help them with their schoolwork and will develop confidence.
The sessions are tailored for students beginning years 5,6,7 and 8.
Venue to be advised.
To register visit our website, or email us at enquiries@debatingsa.com.au #debate #debatingsa #welovedebating #debating2021 #birthdaymilestone #schoolholidayfun #workshops
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Pop Up Debating Workshops - Debating SA Incorporated
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This month, we will be running two days of ‘Pop Up’ Debating Workshops where children can learn in a fun and interactive environment, and come away learning some invaluable skills! Come to just this day or both days. TUESDAY JANUARY 19th. Debating; the basics. If you have a child who …Is this being led by the fabulous Miss LOWEN?
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His Excellency the Honourable Hieu Van Le, Governor of South Australia and Patron of Debating SA celebrated the achievements of the winning and runner up teams, as well as the Debater of the Year Winners for 2020 at the Award Presentations. All students are to be congratulated on their fantastic achievements.