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Speech Structure Templates
We have created some templates that debaters can use to prepare their speeches. These include cue card formats that can be printed on plain paper or cardboard (we recommend 200gsm) and cut out.
Speech Structure Template – Cue Card Format PDF
Speech Structure Template – Cue Card Format DOCX
Speech Structure Template – A4 Paper Version
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Adjudication Rubric
This rubric is used by adjudicators to assess speeches during the debate.
Important: This document is provided solely for the use of Debating SA participants as well as teachers in schools for educational purposes. It must not otherwise be used or otherwise copied without express and prior written consent.
Argument Template for Primary School students
These sheets will help speakers to ensure that they have reasons to support their arguments. It also outlines a basic structure for the argument component of a speech.
Argument Template for Primary School students
Chairman, Timekeeper and Official Score Sheets
This sheet is used by the Chairman to introduce the debate and each of the speakers. The timekeeper records the length of each speech. This is then handed to the adjudicator at the end of the debate.
Debating Word Definition Sheet
A worksheet exercise to help students become familiar with debating terminology. Answers included.
Debating Word Definition Sheet
Debating: A Brief Introduction for Beginners
This free publication describes the basics of debating as well as an overview of the steps of preparing a debate.
Debating – A Brief Introduction for Beginners
