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    • Competitive debate is one of the world’s oldest and most powerful intellectual disciplines. It combines public speaking, critical thinking, research, persuasion, strategy, and leadership into a single framework of structured communication.

      This course is designed as a comprehensive introduction to the world of debate — from understanding what debate is, to exploring international formats, tournament ecosystems, adjudication systems, and the pathways students can take from beginner speaker to international competitor.