The Cornell Speech and Debate Society has been working with TEEN DAY debaters for the past 3 years. Using that experience, student volunteers have created a curriculum that incorporates the many skills needed for compelling speeches and convincing debates. This year’s class will offer formal instruction on argumentation and public speaking, with ample opportunity to rehearse and showcase these skills individually and as a group.
Instructors: Cornell Speech and Debate Society staff and student members*
Instructor Bio: More than a competitive speech and debate program, Cornell Speech and Debate Society staff and members are committed to spreading the importance of public speaking and debate to encourage a more civil and engaged society. We believe that everyone benefits from learning and building a foundation of argumentation, debate, persuasive communication, and public speaking skills.
Required Materials: pen or pencil; notebook and folder or looseleaf notebook
*Instructors subject to change in the spring semester
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