Debating is more than just speaking — it is the ability to think critically, communicate confidently, and defend ideas through logic, reasoning, and structured argumentation. This is a beginner-friendly 5-day program designed to help students develop public speaking confidence, analytical thinking, rebuttal skills, and persuasive communication through interactive activities and structured debate simulations.

Through engaging discussions, practical exercises, and Oxford-style debate formats, learners explore how to build arguments, analyze multiple perspectives, organize speeches, and communicate ideas effectively. The workshop focuses not only on what students say, but also on how they think, structure, and deliver their ideas with clarity and confidence.

Program Outline

• Introduction to Debating & Perspective Building
• Argument Building & Opinion Development
• Public Speaking, Manner & Rebuttals
• Method, Structure & Oxford Style Debating
• Final Debate Competition & Reflection

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

• Familiarize themselves with a strong foundation in debating
• Appreciate the steps to develop essential life skills such as listening intently, critical thinking, respectful disagreement and more, that lead to effective communication
• Experience a guided Debate with learning takeaways