In this workshop we will look at the following in the context of preparing a debate at short notice, otherwise known as a short preparation debate: 1. Examination of definition and interpretation of topics. 2. A more detailed look at the construction of arguments.
Highly recommended for all debaters, this seminar will take students through the most popular techniques of rebuttal and how to apply them in a debate situation.
A key part of debating is providing evidence to support your case. This seminar will help you to ensure that you use evidence correctly and effectively.
What are fallacies? How can they help you to develop better arguments and improve your rebuttal? Come along to this fun and interactive seminar and find out!
For the average person the word “Stoic”, conjures up all sorts of misconceptions. Often Stoics are thought of as being emotionless and passive but nothing could be further from the truth. They were dynamic and practical thinkers. Who were the Stoics and what did they believe? In this thought-provoking seminar …
Highly recommended for all debaters, this seminar will take students through the most popular techniques of rebuttal and how to apply them in a debate situation.
A key part of debating is providing evidence to support your case. This seminar will help you to ensure that you use evidence correctly and effectively.
What are fallacies? How can they help you to develop better arguments and improve your rebuttal? Come along to this fun and interactive seminar and find out!
Suitable for beginners in Years 5 to 8, the Prepare a Debate seminar will provide you with the opportunity to prepare and present a debate to an adjudicator and receive feedback in preparation for the upcoming debating season. Lunch and afternoon tea are catered and every participant will receive a …
Unlike many other co-curricular activities that coaches may take on in a school, debating requires active facilitation by a coach who has a critical ear and knowledge of some argumentation theory. This workshop aims to provide an opportunity for participants to upskill themselves in critical listening and coaching. Workshop outcomes …
