Participation in speech/debate classes requires fees which will be communicated through parent meetings at different times of the year. For more specific costs, please contact the activity sponsor at the campus. Except for Communication Applications, tournament registration fees and expenses will be paid by the student.

Debate I

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. OTDB1A

Semesters: 2; Credits: 1

Prerequisite: None

This course serves as an introduction to competitive debate. Debate stresses the development of advanced research skills and higher level thinking. Students learn to participate in a variety of debate formats including Cross-Examination Debate, Lincoln-Douglas Debate, and Parliamentary Debate. In addition, students prepare for other competitive speaking events such as Extemporaneous Speaking, Original Oratory, and Impromptu Speaking. Basic processes of logic and reasoning are taught in addition to persuasive argument construction. All students approved for the course will become part of the high school debate team and are responsible for all team obligations and policies, including required practices and tournament participation. Minimum requirements include attending/ competing in one tournament per six weeks and attending weekly practice sessions. This course fulfills the graduation requirement for Speech.