After School Debate Program | Lincoln Douglas Academy

LINCOLN DOUGLAS DEBATE ACADEMY

Open To New & Experienced HS Debaters
(Students Entering 9th -12th Grade in the 2021-2022 School Year)

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:
1/8/22- 3/5/22

Spring Semester I:
3/12/22 -5/8/22

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)

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."