Level 1 is an Introduction to Debating with the first four sessions focusing on building all the fundamental skills necessary to debate using a range of group activities and games, alongside some individual learning. Students are able to practise and develop their ability to generate and construct arguments, listen to others, respond to interruptions and offer constructive challenges. There are several debates built into the course to prepare students for the final debate competition.
Debate Mate has a unique (and effective!) approach to debating, so all students who have not taken part in a Debate Mate programme start here. Don’t worry, our curriculum is specially designed to push students who have the experience to ensure they are appropriately challenged.
In this high energy introductory session, students will meet the other students in their club and learn the fundamentals of making effective arguments. The content will include
Exploring different speaking styles and building an impactful speech
The art of structuring a strong and clear argument
The art of rebuttal - how to challenge and respond to the arguments of others
Students will implement all of the skills developed from the previous sessions by participating in a full formal debate. Students will receive in-depth feedback and will set targets to work on in their next debate.
The First speech! A close look at the role of the first speaker.
Stronger! Better! Longer! Improving your arguments by adding analysis
Knock them down - Improving rebuttal
Stakeholders - who’s affected?
Formal debate
Exploring complex and new ideas
Competition! Students will take part in a competition or final debate challenge. At the end of the course, students will receive a participation certificate and you will receive a detailed report of their progress.
Fundamentals of debating
Mentoring by some of the world’s top university trainers
Evidence-backed Methodology
Focus on diverse skills including communication, leadership, and collaboration
Interactive learning with mentors and peers in an open, informal settingWe are looking at students with diverse interests who are keen to develop the ability to think clearly and critically, construct structured arguments, and articulate creatively with conviction to master the art of conversation.
Interested students need to submit the application. Shortlisted candidates will go through an interview round before selection.
Admission to the program is by selection only, given the limited space. The workshop is open to students from grade 3rd - 9th.
Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and will be assessed as they get submitted. An application will not be reviewed until all application materials are received by us.
Regular application deadline – 30th August 2022.
The fees of this program is USD 380.
We are looking at students with diverse interests who are keen to develop the ability to think clearly and critically, construct structured arguments, and articulate creatively with conviction to master the art of conversation.
Interested students need to submit the application. Shortlisted candidates will go through an interview round before selection.
Admission to the program is by selection only, given the limited space. The workshop is open to students from grade 3rd - 9th.
Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and will be assessed as they get submitted. An application will not be reviewed until all application materials are received by us.
Regular application deadline –
30th August 2022.
The fees of this program is USD 380.
Once your child is selected for the 10-week (one 90-minute session per week) virtual debating program, we will take your child’s age and experience level into account. We will allocate the dates and timings for the program after considering your inputs.
Participants belonging to the same age group and with similar experience will join groups consisting of up to 10 students. The same mentor will deliver the virtual program every week as per the dates and timings worked out in advance.
Our virtual debating sessions are built around an acclaimed and evidence-based methodology. Program content is designed to suit all ages and experience levels. Students will be provided resources to use between each lesson, and are encouraged to take ownership of their learning.
Participate in virtual debates for 12 weeks and build communication, leadership, collaboration, and critical and creative thinking skills. At the end of the program, every student will receive a personalized report and certificate.
Our mission is to have the young generation develop life skills speaking, listening and critical thinking.
The sessions are fantastic! My son came out of his room and told us about the lesson in quite an enthusiastic way, which is NOT the norm for teenagers. He told us to be ready not to ever win a battle against him… oh dear, what have we done!?
I wanted to write to you to say that P. absolutely loved it!!! THANK YOU! I find your program outstanding!
Our three-day debating festival led by DML made a huge impact on our students and staff. We genuinely saw our students grow over the course of those few days and the energy and passion provided by the DML team will have a lasting impact on our school.