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LINCOLN DOUGLAS DEBATE ACADEMY

Open To New & Experienced HS Debaters
(Students Entering 9th -12th Grade)
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LINCOLN DOUGLAS DEBATE

In this one-on-one format, students debate on topics that range from individual freedom versus the collective good to economic development versus environmental protection. Students may consult evidence gathered prior to the debate but may not use the internet in round. An entire debate is roughly 45 minutes and consists of constructive speeches, rebuttals, and cross-examination.

Available Courses:

LD Level 100
(Beginners Level: New Students)

​LD Level 200
(Intermediate Level: 1-2 Years)

​LD Level 300
(Advanced Level: 2-3+ Years)

Dates:

Times: Eastern Time

Winter Semester I:
1/7/23 -3/4/23

Spring Semester I:
3/11/23 -5/6/23
After School Program
​Tues (4-6pm | 6:30-8:30pm)
Wed (4-6pm |6:30-8:30pm)
Thurs (4-6pm | 6:30-8:30pm)

Weekend Program
​Sat (4-6pm)

Typical Virtual Speech & Debate Academy Schedule:

Students will be actively engaged in all of the activities from the beginning of the session to the end.

10:00-10:30 am
Activity #1 (Topic analysis & Group discussion)

10:30-11:00 am
Activity #2 (Skill lecture & Small group practice)

11:00-11:30 am
Activity #3 (Group prepping for the debate)

11:30-12:00 pm
​Activity #4 (Practice debates)
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Sample Video of Lincoln Douglas Debate

This video is from NSDA Nationals 2019 - Lincoln-Douglas Debate Final Round

Debating the topic "Resolved: Violent revolution is a just response to political oppression."

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  • Home
    • What is Debate?
    • Benefits of Debate
  • For Schools
    • Join the Debate League
    • School Registration Form
  • DEBATE ACADEMY
    • Register for Speech & Debate Program >
      • Public Speaking & Public Forum Debate
      • Lincoln Douglas
    • Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship
    • Media Consent Form
    • Instructors
  • Summer Camp
    • Summer Debate Programs >
      • Public Forum Debate
      • Lincoln Douglas Debate
    • Register >
      • Public Forum Debate Camp
      • Lincoln Douglas Debate Camp
    • Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Application
  • TOURNAMENTS
    • Tournament Registration
    • Tournament Highlights
    • Community Service Log In
  • CONTACT
    • JOBS >
      • Be A Debate Instructor
      • Be An Outreach Organizer
      • Be A Parent Leader
      • Be A Debate Judge