
TM
Classic Debate Camp
Miami University, Ohio - July 15-23, 2023
Ten Debate Skills and Topics Students Learn at Classic Debate Camp(TM)
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How to Analyze a Resolution*
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Case Construction and Persuasive Writing
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Research and Managing Evidence
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Public Speaking and Nonverbal Communication
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Essential Philosophy for Lincoln-Douglas Debate
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How to Win Cross-Examinations and Crossfires
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How to Develop and Deliver Strong Rebuttal Speeches
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Word Economy: How to Say a Lot Without Speaking Too Fast in the Summary Speech or the 1AR
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How to Think Strategically about a Debate Round
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What It Takes to Become a Champion Debater
*For the 9 days of camp, LD will focus one of the 10 possible resolutions for the 2019-2020 season.
Note that the LD resolution for November-December 2018 was the topic we did at camp in the summer of 2018 and the LD resolution for January-February 2018 was the topic we did in the summer of 2017.
