Date: Saturday 23 August 2025 | Time: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Aimed at Year 7 and Year 8 students, this workshop format aims to introduce students to the basic concepts of debating and guide them through the process of preparing a debate. Students will have the opportunity to present a debate at the conclusion of the workshop and receive feedback from our experienced trainers.
Specific concepts covered include
• Rules of debating
• Layout of debate
• Definition and interpretation of the topic
• Argument, Presentation and Structure
• Preparation of arguments
• Grouping of arguments
• Roles of speakers
• Rebuttal
• Sportsmanship
• Debate and feedback
Venue TBC
Port Lincoln SA 5606