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          Resources for Student Debaters

          Resources for Student Debaters

          Research and preparation are important parts of debating.

          On this page, you will find information, resources and videos for young people to help you to research, understand the stages of the programme and to get the most from participating in the Concern Debates!

          Debates Students information session 2024-2025

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          Preparing for your debate Student Tips.pdf
          (PDF, 180 kB)
          Published: 7 February 2022
          Refutation and Rebuttal Student.pdf
          (PDF, 235 kB)
          Published: 7 February 2022
          Timekeepers Role.pdf
          (PDF, 158 kB)
          Published: 7 February 2022
          How To Structure Your Speech.pdf
          (PDF, 181 kB)
          Published: 7 February 2022
          Concern Debates - Glossary.pdf
          (PDF, 2 MB)
          Published: 7 February 2022
          Chairpersons Sample Speech.pdf
          (PDF, 320 kB)
          Published: 7 February 2022
          Timekeepers Sheet.pdf
          (PDF, 750 kB)
          Published: 7 February 2022
          Marking sheet.pdf
          (PDF, 244 kB)
          Published: 7 February 2022

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