Let’s Debate! 🗣️
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6 sessions
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This series ended on March 31, 2025. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.
About
A fun and engaging debate session where we tackle interesting topics—from serious issues like climate change and tech ethics to lighthearted debates like “Is a hotdog a sandwich?” No debate experience needed! We’ll learn how to construct arguments, think critically, and respectfully challenge different perspectives. Come ready to debate, learn, and have a great time! We will meet every 2 weeks!
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Shelley P 🇺🇸
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Hi there, my name is Shelley, I joined this platform to grow, expand my knowledge, and help others by offering my tutoring skills.
Sessions
✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY
You are free to attend/skip whichever sessions you want, but please let me know ahead of time.
SESSION 1
22
Feb
SESSION 1
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 1:30 AM - 2:00 AM UTCFeb 22, 1:30 AM - 2:00 AM UTC
📝 Topics Covered:
What is debate? Why does it matter?
How to form a solid argument (Claim → Evidence → Reasoning).
Debate etiquette: Respectful disagreement & active listening.
🎲 Activity: Mini Speed Debate! (Low-stakes topics like "Cats vs. Dogs" or "Summer vs. Winter").
SESSION 2
1
Mar
SESSION 2
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 1:30 AM - 2:00 AM UTCMar 1, 1:30 AM - 2:00 AM UTC
📝 Topics Covered:
How to think on your feet & argue persuasively.
The power of ethos (credibility), pathos (emotion), and logos (logic).
Avoiding common debate mistakes (logical fallacies).
🎲 Activity: "Defend Your Side!" – Participants pick a random debate topic from a digital wheel and argue their side with only 30 seconds to prepare!
SESSION 3
8
Mar
SESSION 3
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 1:30 AM - 2:00 AM UTCMar 8, 1:30 AM - 2:00 AM UTC
📝 Topics Covered:
How to challenge an opponent’s argument effectively.
Spotting weaknesses in arguments.
The "Yes, but…" technique to build stronger rebuttals.
🎲 Activity: "Debunk This!" – I present weak arguments, and participants must refute them with logic.
SESSION 4
9
Mar
SESSION 4
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sun 1:30 AM - 2:10 AM UTCMar 9, 1:30 AM - 2:10 AM UTC
📝 Topics Covered:
Debate format (structured vs. open debates).
Strategies for handling difficult or controversial topics.
🎲 Activity: Mini Team Debate! Participants debate fun topics like:
"Should pineapple be on pizza?" 🍕
"Is cereal a soup?" 🥣
"Should weekends be 3 days long?"
SESSION 5
22
Mar
SESSION 5
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Sat 12:30 AM - 1:00 AM UTCMar 22, 12:30 AM - 1:00 AM UTC
📝 Topics Covered:
How debate connects to politics, STEM, and activism.
Researching and presenting evidence effectively.
🎲 Activity: "You’re the Leader!" – Participants debate real-world topics like:
"Should we ban plastic?" 🌍
"Should voting be mandatory?" 🗳️
"Should AI replace human jobs?" 🤖
SESSION 6
31
Mar
SESSION 6
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
Mon 12:30 AM - 1:00 AM UTCMar 31, 12:30 AM - 1:00 AM UTC
📝 Topics Covered:
Final debate round using everything learned.
Recap of key debate skills & how to use them in real life.
🎲 Activity: Friendly Debate Tournament! Participants get assigned surprise topics and compete in structured debate rounds.