Debate Camp
C A N A D A
Summer Programs in Public Speaking and Debate
All Ability Levels Welcome - Grades 5 - 11
Camp's debate program provides everything from introductory-level workshops for new debaters - to advanced workshops that suit more experienced speakers. All levels recieve new debate topics each day at camp - - see samples below. In debating campers are trained in three principle styles:
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Canadian Parliamentary
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British Parliamentary
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World's Style Debate
DEBATING
Within these styles, we provide focussed
workshops on:
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argumentation styles
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positive / descriptive
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normative / prescriptive
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brainstorming and case construction
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rebuttal and refutation techniques
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parliamentary interruptions and effective use
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points of information
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points of order
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points of clarification
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persuasive speaking
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stance, rebuilding and summary points
To develop skills, campers particpate in a combination of instructional workshops and debate rounds - often done in Canadian or British Parliamentary style. We emphasize feedback so to ensure that campers know exactly how to advance their abilities throughout the week. An overview for each of our workshops is provided in our Debate Camp Junior and / or Senior Program Manual - depending on age / ability.
Note: There is no preparation required for camp, or between each camp day. Camp staff provide all the training and context for debating topics, without requiring campers to research between rounds.