Public Forum Debate: Current Issues Summer Camp

Public Forum Debate: Current Issues Summer Camp

Public Forum Debate: Current Issues Summer Camp

This one-week camp teaches Public Forum (PF) debate structure, research for credible evidence, persuasive speaking techniques, and civil discourse. Students participate in guided practice, mini-PF rounds, and debate drills; handouts are provided and students may prepare research beforehand but are not required to.

Public Forum Debate: Current Issues Summer Camp

$106

5 classes · $21.20 per class

Paid once.

Level
Intermediate
Ages
13–17
Duration
55 min
Classes
5 / Week
Weeks
1

Class Experience

This one-week camp teaches Public Forum (PF) debate structure, research for credible evidence, persuasive speaking techniques, and civil discourse. Students participate in guided practice, mini-PF rounds, and debate drills; handouts are provided and students may prepare research beforehand but are not required to.

Learning Outcomes

  • Improve public speaking and PF debate skills

  • Use credible research sources to support arguments

  • Apply persuasive speaking techniques and effective delivery

  • Demonstrate civil discourse and respectful argumentation

  • Practice cross-examination and rebuttal techniques

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Meet your Instructor

Joined August, 2026

4.4

10

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Years

450+

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An experienced educator and former professor with a background in law and history instruction, this teacher brings over two decades of teaching expertise to debate coaching. Leadership experience in history education and many years coaching speech and debate at competitive circui…

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