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Introductory Information and Resources
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The Basics
A general introduction to Speech and Debate.
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Policy Debate
Similar to Congrecs, present a plan then debate the plan and its implications.
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Lincoln-Douglas Debate
Values based one vs. one debate with a focus on philosophical frameworks.
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Public Forum Debate
Two vs. Two debate with regularly changing topics focused on current events.
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Parliamentary Debate
An extemporaneous style of debating that requires both breadth & depth of knowledge.
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Speech
Speech event descriptions and exemplars, timing, points, and other resources.
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Congressional Debate
Mock Congress debate marked by extemporaneous delivery.
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World Schools Debate
Teams of five participate in 3 vs. 3 rounds with a mix of prepared and impromptu topics.
