Biomedical Debate

Event Description: This event will consist of a Round One written test and a Round Two debate round. The topic for both rounds will be announced annually. The debate round is a values debate, thus the topic is value-laden. Teams of 3-4 members will participate in the Round One written test. Written test will measure knowledge and understanding at the recall, application or analysis levels. Higher-order thinking skills will be incorporated as appropriate. The teams with the highest average score from the test will qualify for a single debate round. Debate round pairings and position (either the affirmative or negative) are based on random selection. 

2017-2018 Topic: Teen use of Social Media Should be Limited 

Official References for Biomedical Debate:

• American Academy of Pediatrics - Social Media, Adolescents

• HHS - Social Media and Adolescents

• PLOS ONE - Social Media and Adolescents