Debate Preparation Series
The three classes listed below focus on the specific skills required for a successful debater: effective research, creating a cogent argument, speaking persuasively. All sessions are online, via Zoom. Limit 8. To register, complete the form below. Instructor: Robin Russell
Individual Classes: $275 each
Series (three classes): $700
Extended Series (four classes): $900
Effective Research (Reading Comprehension: Non-Fiction)
Engage in activities that strengthen your critical thinking and reading comprehension skills. Discern key information to substantiate your claim.
July 13 - 17 at 1pm PST AND/OR
August 3 - 7 at 1pm PST
Creating a Cogent Argument (Persuasive Essay Writing)
Explore persuasive rhetorical devices. Formulate a claim and write essays using evidence to substantiate your ideas.
July 27 - 31 at 4pm PST
Persuasive Public Speaking
Being comfortable in front of an audience and able to express your ideas concisely are valuable skills to possess. Being able to capture the undivided attention of your audience and keep them in the palm of your hand as you rally them to action are skills that can transform both the audience and the speaker. Learn how to project your voice, gesticulate effectively, end your sentences definitively and engage your audience.
July 20 - 24 at 2pm PST