Introduction to Debating
Q: What is Debating?
Debating A Debate is a formal, structured discussion about a controversial issue— usually a social problem—with two opposing sides.
The two sides are known as: ProCon
The two sides are known as: Pro For Con Against
The two sides are known as: Pro For Agree Con Against Disagree
Debate Format
5-10 minutes to brainstorm and prepare your opening statement
Debate Format 5-10 minutes to brainstorm and prepare your opening statement 1 minute (each side) to give your opening statement
Debate Format 5-10 minutes to brainstorm and prepare your opening statement 1 minute (each side) to give your opening statement minutes for open debating
Debate Format 5-10 minutes to brainstorm and prepare your opening statement 1 minute (each side) to give your opening statement minutes for open debating 5-10 minutes to prepare your closing statement
Debate Format 5-10 minutes to brainstorm and prepare your opening statement 1 minute (each side) to give your opening statement minutes for open debating 5-10 minutes to prepare your closing statement 1 minute (each side) to give closing statement
Debate Topics
School uniforms?
…or NO school uniforms?
The right to bear arms… …or gun control?
Yes—to foreign investment?
…or NO foreign investment?
Living together before marriage?
…or waiting?