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Explore our expansive collection of resources, videos, and courses. They have been developed by speech and debate experts to efficiently share the information you need, save you time, and contribute to your success. Our resources include textbooks, webinars, workshops, final round videos, evidence and research guides, and more.

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Students

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Explore our materials for students, including information about events, competitive success, the Honor Society, and applying for scholarships.

Coaches

Coach working with their student

Explore our variety of materials for coaches, including information about managing your team, running practice, and celebrating success.

Judges

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Whether you’re new to judging or an experienced adjudicator, we’re grateful for your role in creating meaningful learning experiences for students. Get started by completing your judge accreditation and preparing to make an impact, one round at a time.

District Leaders

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Explore our variety of materials for district leaders, including information about becoming a district leader, district tournaments, forms, and reporting requirements.

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Curriculum

Start Here: Teaching Series

Have you ever wished you had a road map to help you teach speech and debate? We have consulted expert coaches to create the Start Here series to act as your guide while navigating a new event or refreshing your instruction. 

Nationals Final Round Videos

Final Round Videos

Here you’ll find a collection of final round videos from our National Tournament. These performances offer an opportunity to witness our competitive events in action or explore ways to improve your own speaking or coaching skills by learning from the best of the best.

NSDA Learn Courses

Learn Courses

An ever-growing set of self-paced online professional development courses. Upon successful completion of each course, member coaches will be able to download a professional development certificate by selecting the certificate icon next to the completed course on the side panel of this page.

All Resources

All Resources

Browse our resources to find practice questions, guides, examples, and other materials to help you succeed in competition, coaching, teaching, and judging.

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