Belgrde Open 2010 Live Streams

Image via WikipediaFrom Manos Moschopoulos:Today and tomorrow we will be streaming one debate from every preliminary round, the semi finals and the grand final of the Belgrade Open, starting at 11 AM CET. In order to see our live stream click through to our website at www.belgradeopen.rs - you will find our embedded video on our main page.We would like to thank Mite Kuzevski and Viktor Stoimirov

AlJazeera Telecasts more WSDC Debates

Image via WikipediaFrom QatarDebate:QatarDebate is absolutely delighted to announce this splendid news - Today, at 6 pm, AlJazeera Mubasher will be telecasting a very interesting debate between Turkey & Pakistan from the WSDC 2010, held for the first time in Doha and the Middle East region. This prestigious international competition brought together 57 countries (the highest number in the

IDEA Holds Schools Tournament of Champions in Oregon

Image via WikipediaFrom http://debatenews.posterous.com/idea-international-tournament-of-champions-inIDEA International Tournament of Champions Invitation*Invitation to the 2010 IDEA International Tournament of Champions*On May 21st-23rd, the International Debate Education Association (IDEA) willhost the sixth annual International Tournament of Champions in Salem, OR.Just as college students are

PETA vs. Debate Team in Meat Eating Debate

From http://flagpole.com/Weekly/CityPages/ProsAndConsOfMeat-24Feb10University Debaters, PETA Reps Weigh Pros, Cons of MeatImage via Wikipedia"Is eating meat desirable?" This was the question posed in a debate between representatives from the Georgia Debate Union and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) at the University of Georgia last Monday.Bruce Friedrich, PETA’s vice president

Kansas AIms for Sixth USA National Policy Title

From http://www.kansan.com/news/2010/feb/24/debate-team/Debate team competes for sixth national championshipBy Zach Getz Wednesday, February 24, 2010When Dylan Quigley was a freshman in high school, he joined the debate team to prepare for a career in politics. His career choice has since changed, but Quigley is still debating.Photo by Howard TingPatrick Kennedy, a sophomore from Leawood, Dylan

IDEA BP Workshop in Lithuania

From Neill Harvey-Smith nhsemail@gmail.com: IDEA Regional BP Debate Workshop and Mini-Tournament Vilnius, 27-28th March, 2010 If you are a university student interested in British Parliamentary Debate, would like to improve you debating and judging skills, interact with top international trainers and judges and debaters from other countries; participate in a mini- debate

Intercollegiate Debating in Liberia

From http://allafrica.com/stories/printable/201002160953.htmlThe Informer (Monrovia)Liberia: Inter Collegiate Debate Kicks OffImage via WikipediaMarcus Zoleh16 February 2010The Director of the National Commission on Higher Education, Dr. Michael Slawon has challenged students of the seven universalities currently participating in the ongoing Inter Collegiate Intellectual Forum to improve their "

Canadian Schools Coach Shares Thoughts About Debating

From http://thechronicleherald.ca/Metro/1168956.htmlOpen minds key to successDebating coach says students’ ideas, knowledge keep him currentBy PAT LEE Saff ReporterJOSH JUDAH wasn’t in Qatar last week when Canada trounced England in the world school debating championship.But he had a stake in the outcome.As the debating coach at Citadel High and Halifax Grammar schools, two of the three Halifax

Botswana Debating Team Returns from Qatar

From http://www.gazettebw.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5562:botswana-debating-team-returns-from-qatar&catid=18:headlines&Itemid=2Botswana Debating team returns from QatarWritten by EDITOR TUESDAY, 23 FEBRUARY 2010 14:50Ranked 2nd in AfricaThe Botswana debating council recently took a trip to represent the country in the world school debating championships held in Qatar, Doha

Socialists Spur Campus Debate

Image via WikipediaFrom http://www.dailycampus.com/news/youth-for-socialist-action-hold-debate-1.1169708Youth for Socialist Action hold debateBy Jay PolanskyCollege tuition increases, problems with affordability of health care, bailouts for the big banks and the pros and cons of various forms of socialism dominated an animated presentation and discussion held by the UConn Youth for Socialist

Results of 5th IIT Delhi Parliamentary Debates 2010

Image via WikipediaFrom jhawar.siddharth@gmail.comLadies & GentlemenIt is a matter of pride for me to inform you of the successful completion of the 5th IIT Delhi Parliamentary Debate, 2010.The event saw a participation of 44 teams across 4 days of intense debating, from 18-21st February, 2010. The debates were of a 3X3 Asians format, with reply speeches. The highlights of the tournaments were

Euros Registration Coming Soon

Image via WikipediaFrom amsterdameudc@gmail.comDear debaters,Registration for Amsterdam EUDC 2010 is quickly coming closer: one week from now (or actually 6 days, 22 hours and 30 minutes). We would like to remind you, just in case, that it is a good idea to register as early as possible and would like to ask you to spread the word to all those who might not receive this message. Below, you will

Media Star Tony Danza Argues for Debate Team Funding

From http://www.philly.com/philly/news/breaking/84625817.htmlTony Danza argues the merits of debate teamBy Kristen A. GrahamImage via WikipediaInquirer Staff WriterDressed in Northeast High windbreaker and tie, Tony Danza spoke with the wide-eyed enthusiasm of a first-year teacher.Sure, he only landed in the Philadelphia School District by virtue of "Teach," the A&E reality show filming at

Team China's Debut at WSDC 2010

From Tang Meng:
Team China, made up of Mr. Loke Wing Fatt, Mr. Zheng Bo, the five debaters (Carrie, Winnie, Mini, Kevin and John )and I, were in Doha Qatar from Feb 8th to 18th to attend the WSDC 2010. Mr Loke is Team China's Coach, Mr. Zheng Bo is the Judge, and I am the Team Manager.
WSDC 2010 has been hailed as the best so far in the history of WSDC in terms of the number of teams(57 teams),

Team Tab for WSDC Qatar

See it athttp://www.schoolsdebate.com/blog/WSDC%20Team%20Tab.pdf

Monash Debate review - Positions Open

From kiranriyer@yahoo.com.auEditor-in-Chief of the Monash Debating Review: Call for ApplicationsDEADLINE: March 10, 2010The Monash Association of Debaters (MAD) is currently soliciting applicants for Editor-in-Chief of Monash Debating Review (MDR).About the MDRFirst published in 2002, the MDR is an annual publication that aims to both inform readers and provide a forum for discussion of issues as

Flashpoint Debate Television Show to Tape Episode #400

Flashpoint is a television program of issues and ideas. It began in 1992 and continues today in 2010.
Flashpoint program #400 will be taped in the studios of Vermont Community Access Media on 1 May 2010. It will feature video from the past, reality from the present, and logical thinking for the future.
Contact alfred.snider@uvm.edu if you would like to be involved.
Flashpoint 400 has a Facebook

Irish Times Debates Celebrates 50 Years

Speaking out: David FitzGerald of the Literary and Historical Society in UCD, speaking for the motion at the US Irish Times debates at UCD in 1972. Also pictured are Donal Ó Morain and Deirdre Younge. Photographs: Jimmy McCormack; Kevin McMahon; Peter Thursfield; Tom Lawlor; Jack McManusFrom http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/features/2010/0219/1224264788658.htmlThe Irish Times - Friday,

Texas Debate Coach - First Job is Last Job

Little to debate about coach's successThe Woodlands High School Debate Coach Gary Boeger poses with Debate Team members Andrea Walles, Erica Hochmeister, Lauren Poluga, and Lucy Croome and trophies they have won. Boeger was recently inducted into the Texas Forensic Association Hall of Fame. Photo by David HopperIFrom http://www.ultimatewoodlands.com/2010/02/debate-coach-debatably-bestLittle to

Canada Hails Their New World Champions

From http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/canadian-team-wins-world-high-school-debate-title/article1472818/Kate HammerImage via WikipediaGlobe and Mail UpdatePublished on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010 11:57AM ESTLast updated on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010 1:40PM ESTFor the first time in more than 20 years, Canada's national high school debate team has taken the world title, defeating England today

Live Online Chat with Winning Canada WSDC Team

Image by LWY via FlickrLive chat with Canada team starts at 3 PM ET at http://tgam.ca/I5IToronto Globe and Mail sponsoring it.

Canada Wins WSDC over England

Image by Ian Muttoo via FlickrCanada defeats England 8-3 in the final.Best ESL Team - SloveniaBest EFL Team - NetherlandsBest New Country - United Arab EmiratesClaire Ryan is elected chair of the WSDC executive over Bojana Skrt 25-24.

IPPF Elite 8 Schools Teams Named, Coming to NYC

From Sarah Marshala:For Immediate Release High Schools Advance to “Elite Eight” Round of Global Debate Contest; Win All-Expenses-Paid Trips to New York City Students to compete on the New York University campus for $10,000 grand prize February 18, 2010 – Students from eight cities across the globe will soon be taking to the skies, as they board flights to New

WSDC Semifinal Results

That the United States should withdraw from the middle eastWales proposing 0 England opposing 9Singapore proposing 0 Canada opposing 9England vs. Canada in the finals.

Chinese University Debate Team Tours USA Northwest

Coaches Korrey Harvey & Steve Woods"Western" is Western Washington University.From http://westernfrontonline.net/2010021611884/news/western-hosts-chinese-debate-team-tonight/by Gina Cole Tuesday, February 16, 2010Students from China’s Xi’an Jiaotong University are visiting Western tonight to contend with Western’s debate team, the Western Debate Union. The two teams will square off in a public

USA Policy Debate NDT At-Large Teams

Teams submit their full records for the year to committee for evaluation. The committee then chooses 16 teams to receive automatic bids to the 2010 National Debate Tournament, this year to be held at the University of California at Berkeley.Tim O'Donnell relesed the results.The following teams have received First Round At-Large Bids to the 2010 National Debate Tournament.Congratulations!

WSDC Quarterfinal Results

Motion: That compensation should be paid for the injustices committed by past generations.

PROPOSITION OPPOSITION
Wales 4 Australia 3
Canada 6 New Zealand 1
Singapore 6 Slovenia 1
Pakistan 1 England 6

WSDC Octafinal Results

Motion: That we should have no laws which restrict free speech.

PROPOSITION OPPOSITION
Australia 5 Hong Kong 0
Canada 3 Ireland 2
Singapore 3 Scotland 2
England 4 India 1
Greece 0 Pakistan 5
Sri Lanka 1 Slovenia 4
New Zealand 5 Netherlands 0
Wales 5 Israel 0

Quarter finals will see Australia v Wales, Canada v New Zealand,
Singapore v Slovenia, Pakistan v England

WSDC Breaking Teams

Here they are, just announced.SEED-COUNTRY-WINS-BALLOTS1. Australia 8 232. Canada 8 223. Singapore 8 224. Greece 8 225. England 8 216. Slovenia 7 197. New Zealand 6 198. Wales 6 199. Israel 6 1810. Netherlands 6 1811. Sri Lanka 6 1712. India 6 1613. Pakistan 5 1814. Scotland 5 1715. Ireland 5 1616. Hong Kong 5 1617. Korea 5 16 (missed by 2.5 points)Followed by (also at 5-3)BangladeshSouth

WSDC Motions from Rounds 7 & 8

Image via WikipediaRound 7:Terrorists should be tried in civilian courts.Round 8:We should legalize performance enhancing drugs in sports.

WSDC Motions from Round 5 & 6

Image by Frenchyme via FlickrRound 5:We should require doctors to report suspected marital abuse to the police.Round 6:Developing countries should have the right to prioritize development over environment.Results coming when I get them. They seem to be a bit slow.

WSDC Standings Going Into Round 5

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WSDC Round Zero Results

Image by daveboudreau via FlickrRound Zero is where the bye teams debate each other.We should support voluntary euthaniasia. Cyprus 3 Nigeria 0 Bulgaria 3 Croatia 0 Lebanon 2 Palestine 1 Bosnia & Herzegovina 3 Russia 0 AUST W/3 W/3 W/3 W/3 4 12 CANA W/2

WSDC 2010 Round 3 & 4 Results

ROUND THREE PROPOSITION OPPOSITION Ireland 2 Chile 1 Cyprus 0 Wales 3 Greece 3 Lithuania 0 China 1 Indonesia 2 Bosnia & Herzegovina 0

Vermont High School State Debate Finals

From http://www.wcax.com/Global/story.asp?S=11953909High school students debateFeatured VideosHigh school students debateMontpelier, Vermont - February 8, 2010Making your point can be challenging. Not everyone can argue in a civil way. But at the State House high schoolers did their best in a debating contest.Vermont vs. New Hampshire - Hartford vs. HanoverThe region's best debaters square off at

Bahrain Cancels High Profile Debate Program

Image via WikipediaFrom http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/NewsDetails.aspx?storyid=270589Ban on debate series rapped By DANIEL MUNDEN , Posted on » Friday, February 12, 2010BAHRAIN has been accused of stifling political debate after a series of high-profile seminars was allegedly cancelled because authorities deemed them too sensitive.The KitSon, a Paris-based non-governmental organisation,

Arab Press Reports WSDC Opening

Here is an example of what the Arab press is saying about WSDC in Doha, the first major international debating event to occur in this part of the world.http://www.albawaba.com/en/countries/Qatar/2609322010 World Schools Debate Championship opens in DohaThe opening ceremony of the 22nd World Schools Debate Championship took place on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Doha. The

Day 2 Motions

Image by Toban Black via FlickrRd 3 prepared:Support the right of all nations to possess nuclear weapons.Round 4 impromptu (1 hour prep):Support quotas for women in high government positions.Results for rounds 1-4 coming early tomorrow when the tab releases them.Tomorrow is tours, museums, camel rides, etc.

WSDC Day 1 Results

From the CAs Quinn & Erskine: That we should support military intervention in Somalia. Adjudicate in China in May The Foreign Languages Teaching and Research Press, organizer of the most prestigious English language debating tournament in China, invites you participate as a guest adjudicator at the 14th FLTRP Cup National English Debating Championship. The FLTRP Cup will be held May 15-25, 2010 at the FLTRP’s

USU 2010 Website Open

Go to http://www.usu2010.com/index.htmlThe official website for the 2010 US Universities Debating Championship hosted by Regis University in Denver, Colorado on April 9-11.

World Schools Debating Championship Announces the 2010 Draw

In an open procedure that took place in cities all over the world, the draw took place to determine opponents and sides for WSDC 2010 that begins next week in Doha, Qatar.There will be eight preliminary rounds for the 57 countries scheduled to take place, and after that the best 16 will face off for the title of world champion. Simon Quinn reports:The draw videos are now online! They are

Debate Coach Claims Iraq Workshop Shows Debating Trumps Violence

From http://www.trib.com/news/state-and-regional/article_b698bd01-bf34-5455-b59b-44cf4fa0c9db.htmlUW PROFESSOR PARTICIPATES IN UNIQUE IRAQ WORKSHOP, TOURNAMENTDebate coach: Let's talkBy PHIL WHITE - Star-Tribune correspondent | Posted: Thursday, February 4, 2010 12:00 amLARAMIE -- If more national leaders engaged in the "transformative power of debating," there would be much less violence in the

Overcoming Stage Fright

Michael Christensen, Columbia Falls speech and debate coach, talks with his daughter Stephanie Christensen, center, and fellow student Shiloh Knudsen between tournament rounds on Jan. 9 at Columbia Falls Junior High School.
From http://www.dailyinterlake.com/news/local_montana/article_c003f062-0d64-11df-b083-001cc4c03286.html
By KRISTI ALBERTSON/Daily Inter LakeStephanie Christensen is arguably

National Forensic League Tries to Capture Pepsi Money for Title One Schools

Image via WikipediaFrom Adam Jacobi:The National Forensic League believes that the power of speech and debate changes lives like those of Oprah Winfrey, Jane Pauley, Kelsey Grammar, Shelley Long, Ted Turner, and yours!As a top 15 finalist for a Pepsi Refresh Everything grant of $250,000, we are committed to sharing that power with students and teachers in underserved areas in six major cities

Madison Cup Offers Big Money Prizes

Image via WikipediaFrom Mike Davis:January 15, 2010On behalf of the James Madison Center and JMU Debate we are pleased and excited to invite you to compete for the Madison Cup at the eighth annual “James Madison Commemorative Debate and Citizens Forum” on Wednesday, April 21st, 2010.The James Madison Commemorative Debate and Citizens Forum is a unique inter-collegiate debate competition which

Team Qatar Ready for WSDC

Sara Al Shamlan, Dana Al Ansari, Mohammed Hubrack and Chantelle D’Mello along with team coach Jessica Prince and Qatar Debate Program Manager Kelley Bieringer during the press conference at Movenpick Tower and Suites yesterday.Shaival Dalal

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Memphis Urban Debate League Debaters on TV

This is an interview with two debaters from Memphis' East High School and their coach. East High is one of the Memphis Urban Debate League's participating Memphis City High Schools.http://www.memphisdebate.org/