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Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2023 April |
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2023-03-31 |
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Extemp Practice Questions - 2023 April |
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2023-03-31 |
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Sample World Schools Motions – 2023 April |
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2023-03-31 |
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Start Here: Teaching Middle School Congressional Debate |
Have you ever wished you had a road map to help you teach a new event? We have consulted expert coaches to create the “Start Here” series to act as your guide while navigating a new event. These easy to follow lesson plans are backed up with ready-to-use resources and materials. |
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2022-09-12 |
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Start Here: Teaching Middle School Public Forum |
Have you ever wished you had a road map to help you teach a new event? We have consulted expert coaches to create the “Start Here” series to act as your guide while navigating a new event. These easy to follow lesson plans are backed up with ready-to-use resources and materials. |
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2022-02-14 |
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Start Here: Teaching Policy |
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classroom-resources, policy |
2021-07-20 |
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Start Here: Teaching Lincoln-Douglas |
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2021-07-29 |
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Start Here: Teaching Public Forum |
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classroom-resources, policy |
2021-05-25 |
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Start Here: Teaching Middle School Program Oral Interp |
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2022-11-17 |
Free |
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Start Here: Teaching Public Speaking |
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classroom-resources, policy |
2021-09-03 |
Free |
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Start Here: Teaching Middle School Public Address |
Have you ever wished you had a road map to help you teach a new event? We have consulted expert coaches to create the “Start Here” series to act as your guide while navigating a new event. These easy to follow lesson plans are backed up with ready-to-use resources and materials. |
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2021-12-13 |
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Start Here: Teaching Middle School Interp |
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classroom-resources, dramatic-interp, humorous-interp, middle-school, program-oral-interp |
2021-10-25 |
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Congress Legislation - 2023 April |
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2023-03-31 |
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Admin Teacher Endorsement Form |
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2023-03-29 |
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Admin Endorsement Form |
Download a copy of the Admin Endorsement Form. |
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forms-manuals |
2022-10-07 |
Free |
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Mentoring Requirements |
Download a copy of the Mentoring Requirements PDF. |
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forms-manuals |
2022-11-14 |
Free |
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Storytelling Starter Kit |
Use this guide to get started with Storytelling, including event basics, advice for using the chair and selecting a piece, delivery tips, and sample performances. |
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storytelling |
2023-03-20 |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - March 2023 |
Download the March 2023 Public Forum Debate Advance Evidence Brief. |
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public-forum |
2023-03-20 |
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How to Judge Expository |
How to Judge Expository |
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expository |
2023-03-09 |
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2020-01-14 |
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Congress Legislation - 2023 March |
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2023-03-01 |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2023 March |
Download the March 2023 World Schools Debate Motions. |
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world-schools |
2023-02-28 |
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Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2023 March |
Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2023 March |
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2023-02-28 |
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Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2023 March/April |
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2023 March/April |
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lincoln-douglas |
2023-02-28 |
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Extemp Practice Questions - 2023 March |
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2023-02-28 |
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Webinar Recordings |
Use this page to locate any webinar recording! |
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2016-05-31 |
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March 2023 Public Forum Topic Webinar |
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2022 September/October |
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2023-02-27 |
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High School Unified Manual |
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2020-10-08 |
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Letters in Support of Speech and Debate |
Sometimes you can’t make the case for speech and debate all by yourself. That’s why we’ve collected letters written by prominent educators, coaches, and advocates of the activity that may help you as you champion this powerful and transformative activity. |
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team-management |
2019-04-25 |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Dr. Robyn Kaiyal |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Dr. Robyn Kaiyal, Middle School Director from NSU University School in Florida. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the Fall 2016 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2016-11-15 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Michael O'Toole |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Michael O'Toole, principal from La Salle College High School in Pennsylvania. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the Winter 2017 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2017-02-11 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Dr. Douglas S. Wine |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Dr. Douglas S. Wine, former principal from East Mountain High School in New Mexico. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the Winter 2016 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2017-02-11 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Dr. Polly Reikowski |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Dr. Polly Reikowski, principal from Eagan High School in Minnesota. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the Summer 2015 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2017-02-11 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Carlos Castillo |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Carlos Castillo, principal from Wawona Middle School and Bullard High School in California. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the Summer 2016 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2017-02-11 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Dr. Joseph H. Murry, Jr. |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Dr. Joseph H. Murry, Jr., principal from Holy Cross School in Louisiana. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the Fall 2015 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2017-02-11 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - D. Scott Looney |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by D. Scott Looney, Head of School from Hawken School in Ohio. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the Spring 2017 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2017-04-04 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Austin Brown |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Austin Brown, principal from Madison Central High School in Mississippi and the 2017 NSDA High School Principal of the Year. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the September/October 2017 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2017-09-15 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - W. Donald Clayton, Jr. |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by W. Donald Clayton, principal from Mountain Brook Junior High in Alabama and the 2017 NSDA Middle School Principal of the Year. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the November/December 2017 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2017-11-15 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Dr. Stefanie Phillips |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Dr. Stefanie Phillips, Superintendent of Schools for the Santa Ana Unified School District in California. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the February/March 2018 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2018-02-14 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Ann Klotz |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Ann V. Klotz, Head of Laurel School in Ohio. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the April/May 2018 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2018-04-15 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Errol Evans |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Errol Evans, Principal from Attucks Middle School in Florida and the 2018 NSDA Middle School Administrator of the Year. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the September/October 2018 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2018-09-13 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Jason Kline |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Jason Kline, Principal from John F. Kennedy High School in Iowa. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the November/December 2018 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2018-11-15 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Elizabeth Bornia |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Elizabeth Bornia, Founder of Communication Arts Academy in Florida and the 2015 Inaugural NSDA Middle School Coach of the Year. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the February/March 2019 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2019-02-13 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - James Shapiro |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by James Shapiro from Berkeley Carroll School in New York. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the September/October 2019 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2019-09-16 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Susan Knoblauch |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Susan M. Knoblauch, IHSA Administrator for Speech & Debate in Illinois. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the April/May 2020 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2020-04-16 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Bethany Bohall |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Bethany Bohall, Wanda Wiley Atkinson Director of Fine Arts at Saint Mary's Hall in Texas. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the September/October 2020 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
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team-management |
2020-09-17 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Greg Cunningham |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Greg Cunningham, President of the Massachusetts Speech and Debate League (MSDL). Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the November/December 2020 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2020-11-04 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Dr. Tammy Ferguson |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Dr. Tammy Ferguson, Head of School from The Weiss School in Florida. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the April/May 2021 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2021-04-22 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Sharron Heinrich |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Sharron Heinrich, Principal at Gabrielino High School in California. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the September/October 2021 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2021-09-13 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Alfred F. Dugan III |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Alfred F. Dugan III, Head of School at Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Jersey. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the November/December 2021 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
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team-management |
2021-11-12 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Holly Williams |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Holly Williams, Associate Superintendent of Mesa Public Schools in Arizona. Share her words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the February/March 2022 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2022-02-15 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Leonidas Patterson |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Leonidas Patterson, Student Activities Director for the Dallas Independent School District in Texas. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the September/October 2022 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2022-09-23 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Kenneth Zapata |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Kenneth Zapata, Principal from Frank D. Paulo Intermediate School 75 in New York. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the November/December 2022 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2022-11-15 |
Free |
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Letter in Support of Speech and Debate - Trey Smith |
Interested in starting or maintaining a speech and debate program at your school? Download a copy of this advocacy letter written by Trey Smith, Executive Director at East Mountain High School in New Mexico. Share his words with local administrators and school board members to help build your case for support! (Also published in the February/March 2023 issue of Rostrum magazine.) |
resources |
team-management |
2023-02-15 |
Free |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - February 2023 |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - February 2023 |
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public-forum |
2023-02-14 |
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Lincoln-Douglas Advanced Research Guide - 2023 January/February |
Lincoln-Douglas Advanced Research Guide - 2023 January/February |
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lincoln-douglas |
2023-02-08 |
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Districts/Nationals Leadership |
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2019-12-09 |
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How to Judge Prose |
How to Judge Prose - An Introduction to Evaluating Prose |
resources |
prose |
2023-02-03 |
Free |
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Congress Legislation - 2023 February |
Download the February 2023 Legislation Docket. |
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congress |
2023-01-31 |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2023 February |
Download the February 2023 World Schools Debate Motions. |
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world-schools |
2023-01-31 |
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Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2023 February |
Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2023 February |
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public-forum |
2023-01-31 |
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Extemp Practice Questions - 2023 February |
Download the February 2023 Extemp Practice Questions |
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international-extemp, us-extemp |
2023-01-31 |
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Congressional Debate Judging Forms |
Click here to download the Congressional Debate Judging Forms. |
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congress, forms-manuals |
2016-06-07 |
Free |
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Tournament Book Archive |
Check out past editions of the official program for the National Speech & Debate Tournament including event information, annual award recipients, attendee rosters, and more! |
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2020-07-29 |
Free |
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World Schools Norms - 2023 Nationals |
World Schools Norms - 2023 Nationals |
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world-schools |
2023-01-20 |
Free |
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USA World Schools Debate Invitational Manual - 2023 Tournament |
Download the 2023 USA World Schools Debate Invitational Manual |
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forms-manuals, world-schools |
2023-01-20 |
Free |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - January 2023 |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - January 2023 |
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public-forum |
2023-01-13 |
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NSDA Online Springboard Series Update |
Thanks to the generosity of The Julia Burke Foundation, the online Springboard Series has been expanded. The Springboard Series will again offer FREE speech and debate events. These events will provide a variety of free, online opportunities including after-school scrimmages and two weekend tournaments. We are grateful to announce these events will be offered free for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years.
The Julia Burke Foundation was established in memory of Julia Burke, a young woman of substance with a passion for debate. We are proud to partner with The Julia Burke Foundation to offer these opportunities in Julia’s memory. |
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2021-06-10 |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2023 January |
Download the January 2023 World Schools Debate Motions. |
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world-schools |
2023-01-10 |
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National Tournament Awards Assembly Video Archive |
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2020-07-01 |
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International Extemp Final Round Video Archive |
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international-extemp, performance-videos |
2022-03-03 |
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United States Extemp Final Round Video Archive |
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2022-03-04 |
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Prose Final Round Video Archive |
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2022-03-03 |
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Policy Debate Final Round Video Archive |
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2022-03-03 |
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Poetry Final Round Video Archive |
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2022-03-03 |
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Impromptu Final Round Video Archive |
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2022-03-03 |
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Humorous Interpretation Final Round Video Archive |
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2022-03-03 |
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Expository Final Round Video Archive |
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2022-03-03 |
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Dramatic Interpretation Final Round Video Archive |
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2022-03-03 |
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Commentary Final Round Video Archive |
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2022-03-03 |
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Storytelling Final Round Video Archive |
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performance-videos, storytelling |
2022-03-03 |
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Lincoln-Douglas Advanced Research Guide - 2022 November/December |
Lincoln-Douglas Advanced Research Guide - 2022 November/December |
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lincoln-douglas |
2023-01-04 |
Resource Pkg |
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Congress Legislation - 2023 January |
Download the January 2023 Legislation Docket. |
resources |
congress |
2022-12-22 |
Members |
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National Speech and Debate Education Day Sign Up Form 2023 |
Sign up to receive a free toolkit to help your school celebrate NSDE Day! |
resources |
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2022-12-20 |
Free |
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Extemp Practice Questions - 2023 January |
Download the January 2023 Extemp Practice Questions |
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international-extemp, us-extemp |
2022-12-21 |
Members |
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Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2023 January/February |
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2023 January/February |
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lincoln-douglas |
2022-12-21 |
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Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2023 January |
Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2023 January |
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public-forum |
2022-12-21 |
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World Schools Debate Final Round Video Archive |
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performance-videos, world-schools |
2022-03-04 |
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Original Oratory Final Round Video Archive |
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original-oratory, performance-videos |
2022-03-04 |
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2022 NSDA July Competition Rules Minutes |
Download a copy of the 2022 July Competition Rules Minutes from the meeting held July 19, 2022. |
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2022-09-12 |
Members |
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Suggested Source Material for Interpretation Events |
The following websites are approved for use in Interp by the National Speech & Debate Association. |
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districts, dramatic-interp, duo-interp, forms-manuals, humorous-interp, poetry, program-oral-interp, prose, storytelling |
2020-04-30 |
Free |
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Extemp Commentary Starter Kit |
Use this guide to get started with Extemp Commentary, including sample prompts, tips for finding and memorizing sources, and delivery tips. |
resources |
commentary |
2022-12-07 |
Members |
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Points Entry |
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resources |
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2019-11-26 |
Free |
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Congress Legislation - 2022 December |
Download the December 2022 Legislation Docket. |
resources |
congress |
2022-12-01 |
Members |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2022 December |
Download the December 2022 World Schools Debate Motions. |
resources |
world-schools |
2022-11-30 |
Members |
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Extemp Practice Questions - 2022 December |
Download the December 2022 Extemp Practice Questions |
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international-extemp, us-extemp |
2022-11-30 |
Members |
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NSDA Account Overview |
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resources |
instructional-videos, team-management |
2021-09-13 |
Free |
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All About Districts Instructional Video |
Running a district tournament can be a daunting task. Luckily, the National Speech & Debate Association is here to make sure your tournament runs as smoothly as possible!
For a full list of rules and guidelines, review our Unified Manual online. |
resources |
districts, instructional-videos, team-management |
2019-02-12 |
Free |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - November/December 2022 |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - November/December 2022 |
resources |
public-forum |
2022-11-15 |
Resource Pkg |
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Extemp Debate Final Round Video Archive |
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resources |
extemp-debate, performance-videos |
2022-03-03 |
Members |
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Congressional Debate Final Round Video Archive |
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resources |
congress, performance-videos |
2022-03-03 |
Members |
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Nationals 2022 Online Supps - Pro Con Challenge Finals |
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resources |
performance-videos, pro-con-challenge |
2022-08-17 |
Resource Pkg |
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Pro Con Challenge Final Round Video Archive |
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resources |
performance-videos, pro-con-challenge |
2022-03-03 |
Members |
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Middle School Administrator of the Year Nomination Form |
Nominate an outstanding middle school administrator for Middle School Administrator of the Year! |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2020-01-02 |
Free |
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Congress Legislation - 2022 November |
Download the November 2022 Legislation Docket. |
resources |
congress |
2022-10-31 |
Members |
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2022 National Speech & Debate Champions |
Congratulations to our 2022 National Speech & Debate Champions! |
news |
big-questions, commentary, congress, dramatic-interp, duo-interp, extemp-debate, pkd-extemp-speaking, humorous-interp, informative-speaking, international-extemp, lincoln-douglas, original-oratory, poetry, policy, program-oral-interp, prose, public-forum, storytelling, us-extemp, world-schools |
2022-06-02 |
Free |
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District Awards Reporting Form (Chairs Only) |
District chairs, please use this form to let us know the names of your district student, coach, and administrator award winners and officially nominate them for the national-level awards! |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2019-09-09 |
Free |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2022 November |
Download the November 2022 World Schools Debate Motions. |
resources |
world-schools |
2022-10-31 |
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Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2022 November/December |
Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2022 November/December |
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public-forum |
2022-10-31 |
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Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2022 November/December |
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2022 November/December |
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lincoln-douglas |
2022-10-31 |
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Extemp Practice Questions - 2022 November |
Download the November 2022 Extemp Practice Questions |
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international-extemp, us-extemp |
2022-10-31 |
Members |
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Big Questions Debate Final Round Video Archive |
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resources |
big-questions, performance-videos |
2022-03-07 |
Free |
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Nationals 2018 - Big Questions Debate Final |
Watch the 2018 Nationals Big Questions final round! |
archived |
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2018-06-22 |
Free |
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Nationals 2017 - Big Questions Debate Finals |
Watch the 2017 Nationals Big Questions final round! |
archived |
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2017-06-23 |
Free |
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Nationals 2022 - Congressional Debate House Finals |
|
resources |
congress, performance-videos |
2022-08-17 |
Resource Pkg |
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Informative Speech Breakdown |
Go behind the scenes in the crafting of a final round Informative speech with a three-time national finalist. |
resources |
informative-speaking |
2021-12-15 |
Members |
|
High School Administrator of the Year Nomination Form |
Nominate an outstanding high school administrator for High School Administrator of the Year! |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2020-01-02 |
Free |
|
High School Coach of the Year Nomination Form 2023 |
Nominate an outstanding high school coach for James M. Copeland Coach of the Year! |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2020-01-02 |
Free |
|
Assistant Coach of the Year Nomination Form 2023 |
Nominate an outstanding high school assistant coach serving at an NSDA member school for Assistant Coach of the Year! |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2020-01-02 |
Free |
|
Middle School Coach of the Year Nomination Form 2023 |
Nominate an outstanding middle school coach for Middle School Coach of the Year! |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2020-01-02 |
Free |
|
New Coach of the Year Nomination Form 2023 |
Nominate an outstanding high school coach who is in their first year of NSDA membership for New Coach of the Year! |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2020-01-02 |
Free |
|
Local, District, and National Tournaments |
|
resources |
|
2019-11-26 |
Free |
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Local, District, and National Tournaments |
|
resources |
|
2022-10-19 |
Free |
|
Nationals 2022 - Extemp Debate Finals |
|
resources |
extemp-debate, performance-videos |
2022-08-15 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Congress Legislation - 2022 October |
Download the October 2022 Legislation Docket. |
resources |
congress |
2022-10-04 |
Members |
|
Nationals 2022 - Congressional Debate Senate Finals |
Watch parts one and two of the National Final Round of Congressional Debate Senate in 2019! |
resources |
congress, performance-videos |
2022-08-16 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Getting Started Update |
Check out our guide for new coaches to learn how to make the most of the website and available NSDA resources. |
resources |
team-management |
2022-10-07 |
Free |
|
Getting Started |
Check out our guide for new coaches to learn how to make the most of the website and available NSDA resources. |
resources |
team-management |
2019-12-03 |
Free |
|
Nationals 2022 - Public Forum Debate Finals |
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
performance-videos, public-forum |
2022-07-25 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - Policy Debate Finals |
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
performance-videos, policy |
2022-08-05 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - Original Spoken Word Poetry Finals |
|
resources |
performance-videos, poetry |
2022-08-17 |
Resource Pkg |
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Nationals 2022 - Commentary Finals |
|
resources |
commentary, performance-videos |
2022-08-17 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - Poetry Finals |
|
resources |
performance-videos, poetry |
2022-08-18 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Student of the Year Nomination Form |
|
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2019-09-09 |
Free |
|
Tournament Attendance Record |
Download a copy of the Tournament Attendance Record. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2022-10-07 |
Free |
|
2020-2021 NSDA Postage Report |
Download a copy of the 2020-2021 Postage Report for Rostrum magazine. |
archived |
|
2021-09-16 |
Free |
|
Extemp Practice Questions - 2022 October |
Download the October 2022 Extemp Practice Questions |
resources |
international-extemp, us-extemp |
2022-10-03 |
Members |
|
Congressional Debate Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
congress, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
|
Pro Con Challenge Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, pro-con-challenge |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
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World Schools Debate Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
performance-videos, world-schools |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
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Storytelling Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, storytelling |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
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Public Forum Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, public-forum |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
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Public Forum Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
performance-videos, public-forum |
2022-03-04 |
Members |
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Program Oral Interp Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, program-oral-interp |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
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Program Oral Interpretation Final Round Video Archive |
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resources |
performance-videos, program-oral-interp |
2022-03-04 |
Members |
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Prose Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, prose |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
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Policy Debate Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
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resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, policy |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
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Poetry Interpretation Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
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resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, poetry |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
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Middle School Original Oratory Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
middle-school, original-oratory, performance-videos |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
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Lincoln-Douglas Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
lincoln-douglas, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
|
Extemporaneous Speaking Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
international-extemp, middle-school, performance-videos, us-extemp |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
|
Informative Speaking Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
informative-speaking, performance-videos |
2022-03-03 |
Members |
|
Informative Speaking Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
informative-speaking, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
|
Impromptu Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
impromptu, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
|
Humorous Interpretation Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
humorous-interp, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
|
Duo Interpretation Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
duo-interp, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
|
Dramatic Interpretation Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
dramatic-interp, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
|
Declamation Middle School Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
declamation, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-03-02 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Extemporaneous Speaking Finals |
Watch the Middle School National Final Round of Extemporaneous Speaking in 2019! |
resources |
international-extemp, middle-school, performance-videos, us-extemp |
2022-08-16 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Declamation Finals |
Watch the Declamation final round from Middle School Nationals 2019! |
resources |
declamation, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-08-18 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Informative Speaking Finals |
Watch the 2017 Middle School National Final Round of Informative Speaking!
|
resources |
informative-speaking, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-08-17 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Original Oratory Finals |
Watch the 2019 Middle School National Final Round of Original Oratory!
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
middle-school, original-oratory, performance-videos |
2022-08-17 |
Members |
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Middle School Nationals 2022 - Original Spoken Word Poetry Finals |
|
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, poetry |
2022-08-16 |
Members |
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Middle School Nationals 2022 - Pro Con Challenge Finals |
|
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, pro-con-challenge |
2022-08-16 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Poetry Interpretation Finals |
Watch the Middle School National Final Round of Poetry Interpretation in 2019! |
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, poetry |
2022-08-16 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Program Oral Interp Finals |
|
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, program-oral-interp |
2022-08-16 |
Members |
|
Sample World Schools Motions - 2022 October |
Download the October 2022 World Schools Debate Motions. |
resources |
world-schools |
2022-09-30 |
Members |
|
Nationals 2022 - Impromptu Finals |
|
resources |
impromptu, performance-videos |
2022-08-18 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Who We Are |
|
resources |
|
2019-11-26 |
Free |
|
Advocacy Articles |
|
resources |
team-management |
2017-07-06 |
Free |
|
Springboard Survey |
Springboard Post Tournament Survey Form |
archived |
|
2020-10-27 |
Free |
|
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - September/October 2022 |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - September/October 2022 |
resources |
public-forum |
2022-09-15 |
Resource Pkg |
|
5 Tips for Beginning a New Speech and Debate Program - Springboard Webinar Series |
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2022 September/October |
resources |
instructional-videos, team-management |
2022-09-12 |
Free |
|
Rhetorical Speech 101 |
Presented by Sahiba Tandon, 2020 NSDA Expository National Champion.
Whether you're just starting out or could use a refresher on the basics, Rhetorical Speech 101 is sure to get you up to speed! Learn more about Expository Speaking, Informative Speaking, and Original Oratory from a national champion. |
resources |
commentary, expository, impromptu, informative-speaking, instructional-videos, original-oratory |
2022-09-12 |
Free |
|
Rebuttal Basics in Debate |
Chad Meadows, Director of Debate at Western Kentucky University, discusses strategies for structuring, delivering, and generating arguments for a rebuttal speech in debate.
Whether you're just starting out or could use a refresher on the basics, Rhetorical Speech 101 is sure to get you up to speed! Learn more about Expository Speaking, Informative Speaking, and Original Oratory from a national champion. |
resources |
big-questions, instructional-videos, lincoln-douglas, policy |
2022-09-12 |
Free |
|
Interpretation - Textbook |
Click here to download the Interpretation Textbook. |
resources |
classroom-resources, dramatic-interp, duo-interp, forms-manuals, humorous-interp, poetry, program-oral-interp, prose, storytelling |
2016-06-02 |
Members |
|
2022 NSDA Competition Rules September Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2022 NSDA Competition Rules September Board Meeting Agenda |
resources |
|
2022-09-12 |
Members |
|
NSDA Springboard Series Judge Training |
NSDA staff conduct a judge training focused on how to provide constructive feedback for speech and debate competitors during learning-focused scrimmage tournaments. |
resources |
instructional-videos |
2022-09-12 |
Free |
|
Springboard for Opportunities: Using the NSDA’s Expanded Springboard Free-Tournament Series |
Thanks to the generosity of The Julia Burke Foundation, the online Springboard Series has been expanded. During the 2021-2022 school year, the Springboard Series will provide a variety of opportunities including free online after-school scrimmages and two weekend tournaments. Both speech and debate events will be offered for current high school and middle school students. Events will offer a mixture of synchronous and asynchronous speech and debate opportunities. This session will provide more information on how to get involved and ideas for how to use this program to grow and support your team!
Session led by Lauren Burdt, NSDA Competition Manager |
resources |
instructional-videos |
2022-09-12 |
Free |
|
How to Compete in Pro Con Challenge |
Learn how to coach or compete in Pro Con Challenge, one of the most challenging and exciting events in speech and debate, from the coach of the 2021 Pro Con Challenge national champion!
Presented by Bill Harris, speech and debate coach at Grand Rapids City High Middle School, MI. Featuring Aaron Chen, 2021 Pro Con Challenge National Champion. |
resources |
instructional-videos, pro-con-challenge |
2022-09-12 |
Free |
|
How to Judge Congressional Debate for Beginners |
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2022 September/October |
resources |
congress, instructional-videos |
2022-09-12 |
Free |
|
High School Nationals 2022 Script List |
Download the source material information for performances that made it to the semifinals and final rounds of the 2022 National Tournament in DI, HI, and POI. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp |
2022-08-22 |
Members |
|
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2022 September/October |
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2022 September/October |
resources |
lincoln-douglas |
2022-08-31 |
Members |
|
Team Recruitment Strategies |
While speech and debate activities provide an enormous potential benefit for every student who participates, many students do not realize it! For this reason, recruitment is necessary to build a successful program. Get the guide to building your program. |
resources |
team-management |
2019-10-30 |
Free |
|
Extemp Practice Questions - 2022 September |
Download the September 2022 Extemp Practice Questions |
resources |
international-extemp, us-extemp |
2022-08-31 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 Script List |
Download the source material information of speech performances performed at the 2022 Middle School National Tournament. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, poetry, prose, storytelling |
2022-08-31 |
Members |
|
Congress Legislation - 2022 September |
Download the September 2022 Legislation Docket. |
resources |
congress |
2022-08-30 |
Members |
|
Sample World Schools Motions - 2022 September |
Download the September 2022 World Schools Debate Motions. |
resources |
world-schools |
2022-08-30 |
Members |
|
Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2022 September/October |
Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2022 September/October |
resources |
public-forum |
2022-08-30 |
Members |
|
Nationals 2022 - Prose Finals |
Watch the National Final Round of Prose in 2019!
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
performance-videos, prose |
2022-08-19 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Prose Finals |
Watch the Middle School National Final Round of Prose in 2019!
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, prose |
2022-08-18 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 – Storytelling Finals |
Watch the Middle School National Final Round of Storytelling in 2019! |
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, storytelling |
2022-08-18 |
Members |
|
Nationals 2022 - Expository Finals |
Watch the 2019 National Final Round of Expository! |
resources |
expository, performance-videos |
2022-08-18 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - Storytelling Finals |
Watch the National Final Round of Storytelling in 2019! |
resources |
performance-videos, storytelling |
2022-08-17 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - World Schools Debate Finals |
|
resources |
performance-videos, world-schools |
2022-08-16 |
Resource Pkg |
|
NSDA Conference Session Video Archive |
|
resources |
instructional-videos |
2021-09-01 |
Free |
|
Lincoln-Douglas Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
lincoln-douglas, performance-videos |
2022-03-04 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Lincoln-Douglas Debate Finals |
Watch the Middle School National Final Round of Lincoln-Douglas Debate in 2019! |
resources |
lincoln-douglas, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-08-15 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - World Schools Debate Finals |
Watch the 2019 Middle School National Final Round of World Schools Debate!
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, world-schools |
2022-08-15 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Congressional Debate Finals |
Watch the final round of Congressional Debate from the 2014 Middle School Nationals! |
resources |
congress, middle-school, performance-videos |
2022-08-15 |
Members |
|
Middle School Nationals 2022 - Public Forum Finals |
Watch the Middle School National Final Round of Public Forum in 2019! |
resources |
middle-school, performance-videos, public-forum |
2022-08-15 |
Members |
|
Congressional Debate Round Intro |
Curious what to expect starting out in Congress? Watch this round to familiarize yourself with the event! |
resources |
classroom-resources, congress, instructional-videos |
2022-08-15 |
Free |
|
Nationals 2022 - Lincoln-Douglas Debate Finals |
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
lincoln-douglas, performance-videos |
2022-08-01 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Big Questions Topic Analysis and Sample Cases |
Download the Big Questions 2022-2023 Topic Analysis and Sample Cases. |
resources |
big-questions |
2022-08-15 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Starter Pack |
Download the Big Questions 2022-2023 Starter Pack |
resources |
big-questions |
2022-08-12 |
Free |
|
Big Questions 2018-2019 Ballot |
Download our Big Questions ballot to print. |
resources |
big-questions |
2018-08-02 |
Free |
|
2022 Public Forum National Final Round Affirmative Case |
Courtesy of Arjun Surya and Justin Zhang of Seven Lakes High School, TX. |
resources |
public-forum |
2022-08-11 |
Free |
|
2022 Public Forum National Final Round Negative Case |
Courtesy of Amanda Frank and Maria Jose Riofrio of NSU University School, FL. |
resources |
public-forum |
2022-08-11 |
Free |
|
2022 Lincoln-Douglas National Final Round Negative Case |
Courtesy of Easton Logback of Olathe East High School, KS. |
resources |
lincoln-douglas |
2022-08-11 |
Free |
|
Nationals 2022 - Dramatic Interpretation Finals |
|
resources |
dramatic-interp, performance-videos |
2022-08-09 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Duo Interpretation Final Round Video Archive |
|
resources |
duo-interp, performance-videos |
2022-03-03 |
Members |
|
Nationals 2022 - Duo Interpretation Finals |
|
resources |
duo-interp, performance-videos |
2022-08-08 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - Informative Speaking Finals |
|
resources |
informative-speaking, performance-videos |
2022-08-08 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - United States Extemp Finals |
|
resources |
performance-videos, us-extemp |
2022-08-08 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Committee Management |
|
resources |
|
2019-12-09 |
Free |
|
Archived Big Questions Resources |
|
resources |
big-questions |
2017-08-08 |
Free |
|
Nationals 2022 - Humorous Interpretation Finals |
|
resources |
humorous-interp, performance-videos |
2022-08-03 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - International Extemp Finals |
|
resources |
international-extemp, performance-videos |
2022-08-02 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - Program Oral Interpretation Finals |
|
resources |
performance-videos, program-oral-interp |
2022-08-02 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Archived Extemp Resources |
|
resources |
international-extemp, us-extemp |
2018-12-01 |
Members |
|
Academic All American Award Commemoration |
Only two percent of NSDA member students receive the Academic All American award. Order exclusive insignia to celebrate this remarkable achievement! Download our flyer to learn more or click the items below to place your order online today. |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2019-01-25 |
Free |
|
Archived Congressional Debate Resources |
|
resources |
congress |
2018-12-01 |
Members |
|
Archived Public Forum Debate Resources |
|
resources |
public-forum |
2018-08-21 |
Members |
|
Archived Lincoln-Douglas Debate Resources |
|
resources |
lincoln-douglas |
2018-08-24 |
Members |
|
Archived World Schools Resources |
|
resources |
world-schools |
2018-12-01 |
Members |
|
Nationals 2022 - Original Oratory Finals |
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
original-oratory, performance-videos |
2022-07-28 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Nationals 2022 - Big Questions Debate Final |
|
resources |
big-questions, performance-videos |
2022-07-26 |
Free |
|
Nationals 2022 - Awards Ceremonies & Diamond Assembly |
|
resources |
performance-videos |
2022-07-25 |
Free |
|
Replacement Membership Certificates |
Lost your certificate? Need a name change? Order replacements here! |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2018-02-21 |
Free |
|
Introduction to Philosophy in Debate |
This guide serves as an introduction to the most common philosophies in debate. By the end of this guide, debaters should be able to apply philosophies to strengthen or weaken arguments, differentiate the three main branches of philosophy, and engage constructively with philosophies that are commonly used in competitive debates. |
resources |
big-questions, lincoln-douglas |
2022-07-11 |
Members |
|
Hall of Fame Nomination Form 2023 |
Individuals with 25 years of NSDA coach membership prior to the start of the National Tournament, or who are retired from coaching and teaching, are eligible for this prestigious award. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2021-07-01 |
Free |
|
Nationals 1995 - Original Oratory Finals |
Watch the 1995 National Final Round of Original Oratory!
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
|
|
2022-06-27 |
Free |
|
Congress Legislation - 2022 Middle School Nationals |
Download the 2022 middle school docket containing preliminary, semifinal, and final round legislation (updated 05/18/22) |
resources |
congress |
2022-05-01 |
Free |
|
Congress Legislation - 2022 High School Nationals |
Download the 2022 high school docket containing preliminary, semifinal, and final round legislation (updated 05/13/22) |
resources |
congress |
2022-05-01 |
Free |
|
Congress Legislation - 2022 Last Chance Qualifier |
Download the 2022 Last Chance Qualifier docket containing preliminary and elimination round legislation (updated 05/03/22) |
resources |
congress |
2022-05-03 |
Free |
|
Congress Legislation - 2022 High School Online Supps |
Download the 2022 high school online supplemental docket containing preliminary, semifinal, and final round legislation (updated 05/01/22) |
resources |
congress |
2022-05-01 |
Free |
|
NSDA Logo Use Guidelines |
The NSDA logo and insignia are an important part of our organization’s identity. To preserve their value as images of the NSDA, our logo and insignia must be used in a manner that is consistent with our values and support our mission. |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2017-09-22 |
Free |
|
Extemp Practice Question Demonstration - 2022 April |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2022-04-24 |
Members |
|
Extemp Practice Question Demonstration - 2022 March |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2022-03-21 |
Members |
|
Declamation Starter Kit |
Explore the fundamentals of Declamation, including notes on event structure, choosing a piece, cutting, and delivery. This guide is appropriate for middle school and high school students but features time limits for middle school. |
resources |
declamation |
2022-04-13 |
Members |
|
USA Debate Signature Sheet |
Students who are interested in applying for the 2022-2023 USA Debate Team must download and complete this two-page form, collect signatures, then upload it as part of the online application process. |
resources |
forms-manuals, world-schools |
2017-04-04 |
Members |
|
Policy Starter Files - 2021-2022 |
Click here to download the Policy Debate Starter Files for 2021-2022. Use these resources to get started on the new 2021-2022 Policy Debate topic. |
resources |
policy |
2021-09-10 |
Members |
|
Big Questions Judge Primer 2020-2021 |
Download the Big Questions judge primer to print. |
archived |
|
2022-03-31 |
Free |
|
Extemp Practice Question Demonstration - 2022 February |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2022-02-25 |
Members |
|
Tabroom Ballot Reflection - Classroom Activity |
Click here to download a lesson plan that guides students to evaluate and reflect upon the ballots and feedback they've received while competing. |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2017-12-11 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Running Practices |
Access more than 50 individual drills and practice activities for delivery, prep, strategy, memorization, characterization, movement, and more. |
resources |
classroom-resources, team-management |
2020-10-30 |
Members |
|
Prose Starter Kit |
Explore the fundamentals of Prose, including notes on event structure, cutting, working with a manuscript, and delivery, as well as advice from National Tournament finalists. This guide is appropriate for middle school and high school students but features time limits for middle school. |
resources |
prose |
2022-02-03 |
Members |
|
National Speech and Debate Education Day Sign Up Form 2022 |
Sign up to receive a free toolkit to help your school celebrate NSDE Day! |
resources |
|
2021-10-25 |
Free |
|
Fundraising Guide for Speech and Debate Teams |
Download our Fundraising Guide and Additional Fundraising Strategies for Speech and Debate Teams, co-written by Edco and the National Speech & Debate Association. |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2019-02-25 |
Free |
|
Critical Classroom Conversations |
|
resources |
classroom-resources |
2017-08-16 |
Free |
|
NSDA Campus |
NSDA Campus is an online platform offering team practice space and tournament hosting space at a low cost. |
resources |
|
2020-06-04 |
Free |
|
Speech Warm-ups |
Warm-ups are the verbal and physical exercises we do before and between rounds to get energy, focus, and warm voices. Here are a few popular warm-ups used by teams across the country.
|
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, poetry, program-oral-interp, prose |
2021-11-16 |
Free |
|
Resources: Maximizing Your Membership |
Explore the competitive and instructional resources that come with your school membership. |
resources |
team-management |
2021-11-10 |
Members |
|
2021 NSDA Competition Rules November Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2021 NSDA Competition Rules November Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2021-11-08 |
Free |
|
Poetry Starter Kit |
Use this guide to get started with Poetry, including a sample annotated cutting and advice from national finalists. |
resources |
poetry |
2021-11-05 |
Members |
|
Team Sponsorship Letter Template |
Use this letter template to reach out to local businesses about sponsorship of your team. |
resources |
team-management |
2020-08-07 |
Free |
|
Diversity and Inclusion Extemp Questions |
Download the Diversity and Inclusion Extemp Questions |
resources |
classroom-resources, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2020-02-20 |
Free |
|
How to Complete the District Dates Form |
Download instructions for completing the District Dates form on Tabroom. |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2018-12-18 |
Free |
|
District Recognition |
|
resources |
|
2019-12-09 |
Free |
|
District Recognition 2020 |
|
resources |
|
2021-10-11 |
Free |
|
District Leader Toolkit |
Check out these resources for new and veteran district leaders alike to grow speech and debate in your area, communicate with the coaches in your district, and run a successful district tournament! |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals, team-management |
2019-12-09 |
Free |
|
Middle School Unified Manual |
|
resources |
forms-manuals, middle-school |
2020-01-28 |
Free |
|
Archived Policy Debate Resources |
|
resources |
policy |
2018-09-04 |
Members |
|
Big Questions Topic Analysis 2020-2021 |
Download Big Questions Topic Analysis 2020-2021 PDF |
archived |
|
2020-09-21 |
Free |
|
Nationals 2020 - Big Questions Debate Final |
|
archived |
|
2020-06-19 |
Free |
|
Archived Big Questions 2016-2017 Resources |
|
archived |
|
2016-07-31 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Participant Grants Flyer |
Big Questions Participant Grants Flyer |
archived |
|
2019-10-11 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Topic Analysis 2019-2020 |
Big Questions Topic Analysis 2019-2020 |
archived |
|
2019-10-15 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Evidence Packet 2019-2020 |
Download the Big Questions 2019-2020 Evidence Packet |
archived |
|
2019-10-11 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Sample Negative Constructive 2019-2020 |
Download our Big Questions Sample Negative Constructive for 2019-2020 |
archived |
|
2019-10-11 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Sample Affirmative Constructive 2019-2020 |
Download our Big Questions Sample Affirmative Constructive for 2019-2020 |
archived |
|
2019-10-11 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Sample Affirmative Constructive 2019-2020 |
Download our Big Questions Sample Affirmative Constructive for 2019-2020. |
archived |
|
2019-10-11 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Judge Primer 2019-2020 |
Download the Big Questions judge primer to print. |
archived |
|
2019-08-14 |
Free |
|
Big Questions 2019-2020 Ballot |
Download our Big Questions ballot to print. |
archived |
|
2019-08-12 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Certificate of Achievement Template |
Big Questions Certificate of Achievement Template |
resources |
big-questions |
2020-09-08 |
Free |
|
District Leadership Directory - 2021-2023 |
View the District Leadership Directory. |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2019-08-01 |
Free |
|
2019-2020 NSDA Postage Report |
Download a copy of the 2019-2020 Postage Report for Rostrum magazine. |
archived |
|
2020-09-22 |
Free |
|
Impromptu Starter Kit |
Explore the fundamentals of Impromptu Speaking! This guide is appropriate for middle and high school level students and contains notes on event structure, balancing time, and delivery, as well as practice activities and advice from National Tournament finalists. |
resources |
impromptu, middle-school |
2021-09-14 |
Members |
|
Sample Press Release |
Sample Press Release |
resources |
|
2020-08-05 |
Free |
|
Keith West Memorial School Grant |
Online Funding Series Application |
resources |
|
2021-08-17 |
Free |
|
2021 NSDA Competition Rules September Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2021 NSDA Competition Rules September Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2021-09-08 |
Free |
|
Student Benefits Flyer |
Download our Student Benefits Flyer and help students discover their superpowers and uncover their confidence. An NSDA membership offers the tools to expand your skills and celebrate your achievements. |
resources |
team-management |
2021-09-03 |
Free |
|
Nationals 2021 - Awards Ceremonies & Diamond Assembly |
|
resources |
performance-videos |
2021-06-19 |
Free |
|
Trauma-Informed Education Practices |
|
resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos, team-management |
2021-09-01 |
Free |
|
Navigating Students with Anxiety in the Classroom and Competitive Space |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, team-management |
2021-09-01 |
Free |
|
Hosting Equitable Tournaments and Implementing Equity Panels |
|
resources |
districts, inclusion, instructional-videos |
2021-09-01 |
Free |
|
Extemp Prep and Speech Breakdown - Student Experts Series |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2021-08-04 |
Members |
|
High School Nationals 2021 Script List |
High School Nationals 2021 Script List |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp |
2021-07-30 |
Members |
|
Middle School 2021 Script List |
Middle School 2021 Script List |
resources |
declamation, dramatic-interp, humorous-interp, informative-speaking, original-oratory, poetry, prose, storytelling |
2021-07-30 |
Members |
|
Middle School Speech Challenge 2021 - Humorous Interpretation Showcase |
|
resources |
humorous-interp, middle-school, performance-videos |
2021-06-13 |
Members |
|
Sample Team Handbook |
Download a sample team handbook to use as inspiration for your team policies, including a practice schedule and requirements, communications, ethics, attire, and more. |
resources |
team-management |
2021-07-20 |
Free |
|
How to Host a Tournament |
|
resources |
|
2019-12-17 |
Free |
|
2021 NSDA Educator of the Year FAQs |
|
archived |
|
2020-10-15 |
Free |
|
2021 NSDA Educator of the Year Nomination Form |
The National Speech & Debate Association is proud to continue the National Educator of the Year award. |
archived |
forms-manuals |
2020-10-15 |
Free |
|
Hall of Fame Update |
Learn more about the National Speech & Debate Association Hall of Fame. |
archived |
|
2021-01-15 |
Free |
|
Big Questions 2016-2017 FAQ |
Download Big Questions 2016-2017 FAQ. |
archived |
|
2016-12-06 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Novice Topic Analysis 2016-2017 |
Big Questions Novice Topic Analysis 2016-2017 |
archived |
|
2016-10-04 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Topic Update - December 2016-2017 |
Big Questions Topic Update - December 2016-2017 |
archived |
|
2017-01-06 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Sample Affirmative Constructive 2016-2017 |
Download our Big Questions Sample Affirmative Constructive. |
archived |
|
2016-10-21 |
Free |
|
Big Questions 2016-2017 Negative Evidence |
Download Big Questions Negative Evidence. |
archived |
|
2016-11-10 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Intermediate Topic Analysis 2016-2017 |
Big Questions Intermediate Topic Analysis 2016-2017 |
archived |
|
2016-10-12 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Evidence Packet |
Big Questions 2017-2018 Evidence Packet |
archived |
|
2018-03-23 |
Free |
|
Duo Interpretation Division Selection for 2021 Nationals |
|
archived |
|
2021-03-10 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Application Reminder |
|
archived |
|
2019-04-03 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Advanced Topic Analysis 2016-2017 |
Big Questions Topic Analysis 2016-2017 |
archived |
|
2016-09-02 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Topic Analysis |
Big Questions 2017-2018 Topic Analysis |
archived |
|
2017-08-07 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Middle School Topic Analysis |
Big Questions 2017-2018 Middle School Topic Analysis |
archived |
|
2017-08-07 |
Free |
|
MS Nats Congress Judge Form |
|
archived |
|
2017-05-31 |
Free |
|
Early Invoicing Request |
|
archived |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2017-08-08 |
Free |
|
San Fran Bay Congress Qualifier Form |
|
archived |
|
2020-04-23 |
Free |
|
2020 NSDA Educator of the Year Nomination Form |
The National Speech & Debate Association is proud to continue the National Educator of the Year award. |
archived |
forms-manuals |
2019-09-30 |
Free |
|
2019 NSDA Educator of the Year Nomination Form |
The National Speech & Debate Association is proud to continue the National Educator of the Year award. This award is given at two levels—the state level and the national level. Each State Educator of the Year will be considered for the national-level Educator of the Year award. |
archived |
forms-manuals |
2018-10-19 |
Free |
|
Exemplary Student Service Award Nomination Form 2020 |
|
archived |
forms-manuals |
2019-09-19 |
Free |
|
World Schools Debate Online Demo |
|
resources |
performance-videos, world-schools |
2020-06-01 |
Free |
|
Duo Interp Split Screen Demo - Online Nationals 2021 |
Curious about what to expect in Duo Interpretation at Nationals 2021? Watch this informative video for a demonstration and explanation of the procedures for this year's Duo competition. |
resources |
duo-interp, instructional-videos |
2020-05-15 |
Free |
|
Start Here: Teaching Public Speaking |
|
resources |
classroom-resources, policy |
2019-11-12 |
Free |
|
National Tournament Judge Procedures |
|
resources |
|
2021-05-17 |
Free |
|
District Leadership Election Results - 2019-2021 |
|
archived |
|
2019-05-02 |
Free |
|
2018-2019 NSDA Postage Report |
Download a copy of the 2018-2019 Postage Report for Rostrum magazine. |
archived |
|
2019-09-16 |
Free |
|
Mentor of the Year Nomination |
|
archived |
|
2017-03-07 |
Free |
|
Diamond Awards Claim Request Form |
Congratulations on earning a Diamond Award during the 2019-2020 season! You may have your award sent to your school, your home, or another address of your choice. It is important to us that you receive your materials as quickly and efficiently as possible. To help us in doing so, please complete this form by August 31, 2020. |
archived |
|
2020-06-22 |
Free |
|
Inclusion Workshop |
The NSDA Inclusion Workshop, facilitated by Courageous Conversation by the Pacific Educational Group, Inc., teaches a protocol for discussing race in productive, insightful, and generative ways. |
archived |
|
2018-11-26 |
Free |
|
District Leadership Affirmation and Luncheon RSVP 2019 |
|
archived |
|
2019-05-09 |
Free |
|
2020 NSDA Educator of the Year FAQs |
|
archived |
|
2019-09-30 |
Free |
|
2020 National Tournament Officials Form |
|
archived |
|
2020-05-07 |
Free |
|
Urban Debate League End of Year Report |
|
archived |
|
2016-12-19 |
Free |
|
Presidential Debate Bingo |
Click here to download printer-friendly cards to play Presidential Debate Bingo during your next watch party or classroom activity! |
archived |
|
2016-10-07 |
Free |
|
PF September/October Online Topic Workshop |
|
archived |
|
2017-03-14 |
Free |
|
Online Topic Workshops |
|
archived |
|
2017-03-30 |
Free |
|
Nats19 Finalist Information |
|
archived |
forms-manuals |
2019-06-14 |
Free |
|
High School Point Recording Guide |
Our High School Point Recording Guide gives you step-by-step instructions for viewing records and standings, paying membership dues, entering student merit points, and more using our online Points Application. |
archived |
|
2017-01-11 |
Free |
|
Congress Parliamentarian Instructions 2020 Nationals |
Download the Congress Parliamentarian Instructions 2020 Nationals Doc. |
archived |
|
2020-08-26 |
Free |
|
Communication Bootcamp Webinar - Presented by Eastern New Mexico University |
|
archived |
instructional-videos |
2020-06-05 |
Members |
|
2018 NSDA Educator of the Year Nomination Form |
|
archived |
forms-manuals |
2017-08-23 |
Free |
|
2019 NSDA Educator of the Year FAQs |
|
archived |
|
2018-10-19 |
Free |
|
NSDA National Conference 2018 |
|
archived |
|
2018-08-13 |
Free |
|
2019 NSDA March Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2019 NSDA March Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2019-02-22 |
Free |
|
2019 NSDA Spring Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2019 NSDA Spring Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2019-04-25 |
Free |
|
2021 NSDA March Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2021 NSDA March Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2021-03-09 |
Free |
|
2021 NSDA Spring Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2021 NSDA Spring Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2021-04-29 |
Free |
|
2020 NSDA Fall Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2020 NSDA Fall Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2020-08-31 |
Free |
|
2020 NSDA Spring Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2020 NSDA Spring Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2020-05-04 |
Free |
|
2020 NSDA December Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2020 NSDA December Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2020-12-02 |
Free |
|
2019 NSDA Fall Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2019 NSDA Fall Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2019-09-09 |
Free |
|
2019 NSDA December Board Meeting Agenda |
Download a copy of the 2019 NSDA December Board Meeting Agenda |
archived |
|
2019-12-03 |
Free |
|
2018-19 USA Debate Team Application - Stage Two |
|
archived |
|
2018-06-14 |
Free |
|
NSDA Power of ONE New Member Form |
Complete this form to apply to take part in our Power of ONE campaign. We're excited about your potential membership. |
archived |
forms-manuals |
2019-12-12 |
Free |
|
Mechanics of Flowing |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, lincoln-douglas |
2021-05-10 |
Members |
|
Big Questions 2017-2018 Judge Primer |
Download our Big Questions judge primer to print. |
archived |
|
2017-09-29 |
Free |
|
Lincoln-Douglas Debate Case Outline |
Utilize this outline for writing your first LD case on the affirmative or the negative. This resource was created by Josh Roberts. |
resources |
lincoln-douglas |
2021-04-30 |
Members |
|
Bylaws |
Click here to download a copy of the governing bylaws for the National Speech & Debate Association, ratified September 18, 2020. This document replaces all prior versions of the organization's constitution and bylaws. |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2020-09-22 |
Free |
|
Middle School Mini Lesson: Writing Speech Introductions |
In this set of three speech activities, middle school students will learn the different components of an introduction and be able to construct one on their own. |
resources |
expository, informative-speaking, original-oratory |
2021-04-22 |
Free |
|
Policy Evidence March 2021 |
Download the Policy Evidence December 2020 doc. |
resources |
|
2021-04-01 |
Members |
|
Competition Events Guide |
Click here to download the Competition Events Guide. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2020-01-14 |
Free |
|
High School National Tournament Script Requirements |
Download a description of the items students in speech will upload to Tabroom.com before participating in the High School National Tournament! |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2019-05-15 |
Free |
|
Using Online Tournament Features in Tabroom.com Webinar |
|
resources |
districts, instructional-videos |
2021-04-05 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Original Spoken Word Poetry - Blank |
Download the Sample Ballot for Original Spoken Word Poetry! |
resources |
poetry |
2021-03-22 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Pro Con Challenge - Blank |
Download the Sample Ballot for Pro Con Challenge! |
resources |
pro-con-challenge |
2021-03-22 |
Free |
|
Getting Started with Original Spoken Word Poetry |
This introductory guide to Spoken Word is a helpful tool as students explore ways they might express their thoughts and experiences through poetry. Students can watch sample performances, explore topics, and read up on writing, revision, practice, and delivery tips. |
resources |
poetry |
2021-03-22 |
Free |
|
NSDA Campus Tech |
NSDA Campus is an online platform offering team practice space and tournament hosting space at a low cost. |
resources |
|
2021-02-18 |
Free |
|
We Honor the Code Banner |
Print this banner for your students to sign and display in and around your school, classroom, or speech and debate squad room. |
resources |
team-management |
2019-09-20 |
Free |
|
Recognition Opportunities |
|
resources |
|
2019-11-26 |
Free |
|
Nationals 2018 - Donus D. Roberts Diamond Assembly |
Watch the Donus D. Roberts Diamond Assembly from Nationals 2018! |
resources |
performance-videos |
2018-06-20 |
Members |
|
Nationals 2019 - Donus D. Roberts Diamond Assembly |
Watch the Donus D. Roberts Diamond Assembly from Nationals 2019! |
resources |
performance-videos |
2019-06-20 |
Members |
|
Character Checklist |
Use this checklist to track student progress in bringing characters to life.
This resource is part of our NSDA Learn course Intro to Coaching: Dramatic and Humorous Interp. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, program-oral-interp |
2021-02-09 |
Members |
|
Intro to Flowing Policy Debate |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, policy |
2021-01-26 |
Members |
|
Performance Breakdown: Crafting a Duo Interp |
Intro to Coaching: DUO |
resources |
classroom-resources, duo-interp |
2021-02-01 |
Members |
|
Duo Performance Breakdown - Student Experts Series |
|
resources |
duo-interp, instructional-videos |
2021-01-26 |
Members |
|
Congressional Debate - Legislation Templates |
Download official NSDA templates for writing and submitting Congress legislation. |
resources |
classroom-resources, congress, districts, forms-manuals |
2018-03-14 |
Free |
|
District Tournament School Consent Form |
Download the School Consent Form. Scan and email a copy to your district chair prior to competition at your district tournament begins. |
resources |
districts |
2021-01-15 |
Free |
|
How to Cut a Debate Card |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, lincoln-douglas, policy, public-forum |
2020-12-15 |
Members |
|
Tabroom Online Ballots & Notification Set Up |
Download the Tabroom Online Ballots & Notification Set Up PDF |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2019-12-06 |
Free |
|
Intro to Flowing Public Forum and Lincoln-Douglas Debate |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, lincoln-douglas, public-forum |
2020-12-04 |
Members |
|
Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Civil Disobedience Novice Lesson Plans |
Use this collection of 12 lesson plans to introduce Lincoln-Douglas Debate to students using the novice LD topic, Resolved: Civil disobedience in a democracy is morally justified. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, lincoln-douglas |
2016-06-07 |
Members |
|
National Speech and Debate Education Day Sign Up Form 2021 |
Sign up to receive a free toolkit to help your school celebrate NSDE Day! |
resources |
|
2020-12-04 |
Free |
|
Policy Evidence December 2020 |
Download the Policy Evidence December 2020 doc. |
resources |
|
2020-12-03 |
Members |
|
Inclusive Tournament Checklist |
Use this checklist as a starting point to measure your tournament’s inclusion efforts or plan for the future! |
resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2019-02-21 |
Free |
|
Five Student-Led Recruitment Tips ft. Jaylon Muchison |
|
resources |
instructional-videos |
2020-11-19 |
Free |
|
Beginner Debate Videos |
Access Public Forum and Policy Debate videos to introduce using evidence, the structure of the round, impacts, cross-examination, and more from our friends at the University of Kentucky. |
resources |
|
2020-11-05 |
Free |
|
Promoting Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities |
Download the Giving People who Experience Disability a Place at the Speech and Debate Table PDF. |
resources |
|
2020-10-29 |
Free |
|
District Recognition 2019 |
|
resources |
|
2020-10-29 |
Free |
|
October 2020 Policy Evidence Updates |
Click here to download the Policy Debate Starter Files for 2019-2020. Use these resources to get started on the new 2019-2020 Policy Debate topic. |
resources |
policy |
2020-10-23 |
Members |
|
NSDA Campus Survey |
NSDA Campus Survey |
resources |
|
2020-08-06 |
Free |
|
Pilot District Qualification Manual - 2019-2020 |
|
resources |
forms-manuals |
2019-09-11 |
Free |
|
High School Unified Manual - 2019-2020 |
|
resources |
forms-manuals |
2019-09-10 |
Free |
|
Planning a New Coaches Workshop |
|
resources |
instructional-videos |
2020-09-08 |
Members |
|
NSDA Board of Directors Handbook |
Download the NSDA Board of Directors Handbook, which serves as a guide for incoming and current Board members as they fulfill their role in governance of the NSDA. The handbook reflects the Board’s ongoing efforts to further define its roles and responsibilities, guidelines and policies, protocols and procedures, and committees. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2020-09-28 |
Free |
|
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 September/October |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 September/October |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-09-28 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Online Team Recruitment Strategies |
NSDA Campus is an online platform offering team practice space and tournament hosting space at a low cost. |
resources |
|
2020-08-05 |
Free |
|
Customizable Tournament Certificate |
Use this customizable tournament certificate to recognize your tournament participants. This resource is set up for mail merge. |
resources |
team-management |
2020-08-20 |
Free |
|
Original Oratory Practice Tips - Student Experts Series |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, original-oratory |
2020-08-28 |
Members |
|
Working With Personal Stories in Original Oratory - Student Experts Series |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, original-oratory |
2020-08-28 |
Members |
|
Six Tips for Effective Crossfire - Student Experts Series |
|
resources |
instructional-videos, public-forum |
2020-08-21 |
Members |
|
2020-2021 Fundraising Letter Template |
Local businesses are always looking for more exposure in the community. Consider selling sponsorship packages in exchange for special promotional opportunities. Before getting started, be sure to check with your activities director about what sponsorship opportunities are permitted. When you're ready to reach out, use this template letter to connect! |
resources |
team-management |
2020-08-12 |
Free |
|
Sample Recruitment Letter |
Sample Recruitment Letter |
resources |
|
2020-08-05 |
Free |
|
Investigating and Addressing Gender Differences in Debate |
Click here to follow along with the slideshow.
|
resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos, team-management |
2017-08-24 |
Members |
|
Using Extemporaneous Speaking Strategies to Elevate AP Scores |
Click here to follow along with the slideshow.
|
resources |
classroom-resources, instructional-videos, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2017-08-24 |
Members |
|
Interp: Bringing Characters to Life |
Click here to access the presentation handout. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos, program-oral-interp |
2017-08-24 |
Members |
|
Bridging the Gap: Establishing Successful Curricular and Co-Curricular Opportunities in an Urban District |
|
resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos, team-management |
2017-08-26 |
Members |
|
Discovering Your Voice: A Perspective on Helping Students of Color Excel in Forensics |
|
resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos, team-management |
2017-08-26 |
Members |
|
Riding the Zombie Wave: Apocalyptic Strategies for Advancing Argumentation Skills |
|
resources |
classroom-resources, instructional-videos |
2017-08-26 |
Members |
|
Welcome to My World: Developing a Partnership with Your Principal |
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resources |
instructional-videos, team-management |
2017-08-26 |
Members |
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Envisioning a New Standard for Speech, Debate, and Communication Education |
Click here to follow along with the slideshow. |
resources |
instructional-videos |
2017-08-27 |
Members |
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From Aristotle to 21st Century Skills: Redefining the Public Speaking Process |
Click here to follow along with the slideshow.
Click here to access this session's materials in Dropbox.
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instructional-videos |
2017-08-27 |
Members |
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Big Fish, No Pond: Teaching Debate in Isolated Regions |
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resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos, team-management |
2018-07-29 |
Members |
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Finding the Honest Voice of the Character |
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resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos, program-oral-interp |
2018-07-29 |
Members |
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Congressional Debate as an Avenue for Personal Empowerment |
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resources |
congress, instructional-videos |
2018-07-29 |
Members |
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Original Oratory: From One Teacher to Another |
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resources |
instructional-videos, original-oratory |
2018-07-29 |
Members |
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Demonstration, Recommendation, and You in a Box Speeches: Three Units for Any Speech Class |
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resources |
classroom-resources, instructional-videos |
2018-07-30 |
Members |
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How to Listen; How to Speak; How to Debate |
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resources |
classroom-resources, instructional-videos |
2018-07-30 |
Members |
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Testing the Limits of Empowerment: Tournament Directors' Dilemmas in an Era of Protest |
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resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos, team-management |
2018-07-30 |
Members |
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Making Policy Personal: Narrative Performance in the St. Louis Urban Debate League |
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resources |
instructional-videos, policy |
2018-07-31 |
Members |
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Empowering Student Voices and Leadership in a Competitive Setting |
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resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos, team-management |
2018-07-31 |
Members |
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MacGyvering Debate to Prepare Students to Be More Effective Public Advocates |
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resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos |
2019-08-06 |
Members |
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Developing Voices and Leaders: Hints for Teaching, Coaching, Surviving, and Thriving |
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resources |
instructional-videos, team-management |
2019-08-06 |
Members |
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Developing World Schools Debate In Your District |
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resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2019-08-06 |
Members |
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Diving Further into Middle School Speech and Debate: Tools and Techniques for Coaching Younger Voices |
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resources |
instructional-videos, middle-school, team-management |
2019-08-06 |
Members |
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Gender Inequity in Speech and Debate: A Solutions-Focused Discussion |
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resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos |
2019-08-05 |
Members |
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Impromptu Speaking Master Class |
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resources |
impromptu, instructional-videos |
2019-08-05 |
Members |
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Middle School Nats 20 Script list |
Middle School Nats 20 Script list |
resources |
world-schools |
2020-07-06 |
Free |
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Middle School Nats 19 Script list |
Middle School Nats 19 Script list |
resources |
world-schools |
2020-07-06 |
Free |
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MS Nats19 Script List |
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resources |
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2019-06-16 |
Free |
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High School Nats 20 Script list |
High School Nats 20 Script list |
resources |
world-schools |
2020-07-06 |
Free |
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High School Nats 19 Script list |
High School Nats 19 Script list |
resources |
world-schools |
2020-07-03 |
Free |
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World Schools Judging Guide |
World Schools Judging Guide
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resources |
world-schools |
2020-06-14 |
Free |
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World Schools Scoring Guide |
World Schools Scoring Guide
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resources |
world-schools |
2020-06-14 |
Free |
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World Schools Judge Briefing |
The World Schools Judge Briefing was created by Miha Andrič of Slovenia. |
resources |
world-schools |
2020-06-14 |
Free |
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World Schools Judge FAQ - 2020 Nationals |
World Schools Judge FAQ - 2020 Nationals |
resources |
world-schools |
2020-06-14 |
Free |
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National Tournament Student Training |
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resources |
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2020-06-08 |
Free |
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Fee Appeal Form |
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resources |
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2020-03-05 |
Free |
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Middle School Speech Challenge Participant Certificate Template |
Download editable participant certificates to print at home and commemorate the experience! |
resources |
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2020-06-10 |
Free |
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Succeeding at Online Debate Webinar - Presented by Trinity University |
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resources |
congress, instructional-videos, lincoln-douglas, policy, public-forum, world-schools |
2020-06-05 |
Members |
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Virtually Awesome! A Guide to Online Middle School Competition Webinar - Presented by Summit Debate |
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resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2020-05-28 |
Members |
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Congress Placard Template |
Students competing in the National Congress can download this template to create their name placard. Choose Senator or Representative, add your last name, include your pronouns, if desired, and delete any extra text. For example:
Representative
Dali
she/her/hers |
resources |
congress |
2020-05-26 |
Free |
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Preparing for Nationals in World Schools Debate Webinar - Presented by Global Debate Symposium |
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resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2020-05-21 |
Members |
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How to Prepare Impromptu Motions Webinar - Presented by Global Debate Symposium |
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resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2020-05-21 |
Members |
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Online Competition Tips |
Download the Online Competition Tips Guide |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, inclusion, team-management |
2020-05-14 |
Free |
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Lip Dub Submission Guidelines |
Download our Lip Dub Submission Guidelines |
resources |
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2020-05-01 |
Free |
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Preparing for Nationals in Lincoln-Douglas Debate Webinar - Presented by Global Debate Symposium |
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resources |
instructional-videos, lincoln-douglas |
2020-05-07 |
Members |
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Transitioning to World Schools Debate From Other Events Webinar - Presented by Global Debate Symposium |
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resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2020-05-08 |
Members |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 April |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 April |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-04-14 |
Resource Pkg |
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NSDA Advocacy Webinar - Presented by Annie Reisener |
Annie Reisener, NSDA Membership Manager, presents a webinar about NSDA advocacy resources. |
resources |
instructional-videos |
2020-04-08 |
Free |
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Pilot Internet Rules |
Download a description of the pilot internet rules for 2019-2020. Districts may opt-in to use these rules at their district tournament. These rules WILL be in effect at the 2020 Online National Tournament. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2018-10-02 |
Free |
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Duo Lesson Plan - Pivot Past Prelims |
Download our Duo Lesson Plan - Pivot Past Prelims |
resources |
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2020-04-07 |
Members |
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Virtual Learning Resources |
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resources |
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2020-04-07 |
Free |
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Advanced Speech Activities |
Students can improve their skills for public speaking events from home with this collection of activities and suggestions for classroom assessment. |
resources |
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2020-04-03 |
Members |
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Virtual Banquet Schedule Word |
Download our virtual banquet outline. |
resources |
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2020-04-07 |
Free |
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Virtual Banquet Schedule PDF |
Download our virtual banquet outline. |
resources |
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2020-04-03 |
Free |
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Virtual Team Superlative Certificates |
Download the Virtual Team Superlative Certificates |
resources |
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2020-04-03 |
Free |
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Coronavirus Resources |
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resources |
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2020-03-05 |
Free |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2020 April |
Download the April 2020 World Schools Debate Motions. |
resources |
world-schools |
2020-03-31 |
Members |
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World Schools Demo with USA Debate - April 2020 |
Watch six members of Team USA showcase their skills with this remotely-conducted demonstration debate! |
resources |
performance-videos, world-schools |
2020-03-30 |
Free |
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Scrimmage Match Form |
NSDA member coaches may complete this form to express an interest in organizing virtual scrimmages. |
resources |
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2020-03-20 |
Free |
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Public Forum Video Analysis - 2020 April |
Watch the 2020 April Public Forum Video Analysis!
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resources |
public-forum |
2020-03-19 |
Members |
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Reach Out Email Template |
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resources |
team-management |
2020-03-19 |
Free |
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District Tournament - Single Entry Letter of Intent |
Download the District Tournament - Single Entry Letter of Intent. Use this form for students who are double-entering at the district tournament and/or who have automatically qualified based on Top 14 placement in a main event at the previous year's National Tournament. |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals, team-management |
2020-03-16 |
Free |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 March |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 March |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-03-16 |
Resource Pkg |
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Speech and Debate Coaching Endorsement |
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resources |
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2020-01-30 |
Free |
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Women's History Month Legislation |
Download the Women's History Month Legislation PDF |
resources |
congress |
2020-03-04 |
Free |
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Top 5 Fundraising Tips |
Learn fundraising tips from veteran Hall of Fame coaches Pam McComas, Glenda Ferguson, Robert Kelly, Pauline Carochi, and Gail Naylor.
For more info check out the Fundraising page here.
You can also learn more about earning money for your team by hosting a Big Questions event! More info on Big Questions below. |
resources |
instructional-videos, team-management |
2016-05-30 |
Free |
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Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2020 March/April |
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2020 March/April |
resources |
lincoln-douglas |
2020-03-03 |
Members |
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Equity Statement Poster |
In a historic decision, the National Speech & Debate Association Board of Directors voted unanimously to adopt an Equity Statement for our organization. This statement comes from many hours of discussion with experts, each other, and our community, and we’re proud to share it with this poster. |
resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2020-03-04 |
Free |
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Big Questions Judge Training - Jargon |
Download the Big Questions Judge Training PDF. |
resources |
big-questions |
2017-07-24 |
Free |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2020 March |
Download the March 2020 World Schools Debate Motions. |
resources |
world-schools |
2020-03-02 |
Members |
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Nationals Tabroom.com Instructions |
Download instructions for using online ballots and making the most of Tabroom.com notifications at the National Tournament! |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2019-06-05 |
Free |
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Public Forum Video Analysis - 2020 March |
Watch the 2020 March Public Forum Video Analysis!
NOTE: Due to a recording error, only the audio of this topic analysis is provided. The resource cuts out before finishing, but still covers almost everything.
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resources |
public-forum |
2020-02-24 |
Members |
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2020 Harvard Extemp Questions |
Download the 2020 Harvard Tournament Extemp questions to use for practice!
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resources |
international-extemp, us-extemp |
2020-02-21 |
Free |
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Diversity and Inclusion Impromptu Prompts |
Download the Diversity and Inclusion Impromptu Prompts PDF |
resources |
impromptu |
2020-02-20 |
Free |
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Diversity and Inclusion Congressional Legislation |
Download the Diversity and Inclusion Congressional Legislation PDF |
resources |
congress |
2020-02-20 |
Free |
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2020 Harvard Tournament Legislation |
Download the 2020 Harvard Tournament Legislation Guide |
resources |
congress |
2020-02-19 |
Free |
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National Speech and Debate Education Day Sign Up Form 2020 |
Sign up to receive a free toolkit to help your school celebrate NSDE Day! |
resources |
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2019-11-18 |
Free |
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District Finance Information |
Download information about establishing your district as a 501c3, IRS tax filing, and best practices for district finance! |
resources |
districts |
2020-02-18 |
Free |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 February |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 February |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-02-14 |
Resource Pkg |
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National Tournament Scholarship Claim Request Form |
Graduated high school students who have earned a scholarship at the National Tournament and have enrolled in post-secondary school can use this form to submit proof of enrollment and request disbursement of scholarship funds. Scholarship funds will be sent to the registrar. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2019-04-12 |
Free |
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How To Judge World Schools Debate |
How to Judge World Schools Debate - An Introduction to World Schools Debate (WSD) |
resources |
world-schools |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - World Schools Debate - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for World Schools Debate. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for World Schools Debate (WSD) may look like when completed. |
resources |
world-schools |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - World Schools Debate - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for World Schools Debate. Use this sheet to learn how to judge World Schools (WSD). |
resources |
world-schools |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - World Schools Debate - Blank - B&W |
Download a sample comment sheet for World Schools Debate. Use this sheet to learn how to judge World Schools (WSD). |
resources |
world-schools |
2017-01-27 |
Free |
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World Schools Debate Guide for Competitors and Adjudicators |
View the World Schools Debate Guide for Competitors and Adjudicators |
resources |
world-schools |
2017-05-22 |
Resource Pkg |
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Exploring Cultural Competence in the World Schools Debate Community |
View "Exploring Cultural Competence in the World Schools Debate Community" by USA Debate Team Manager, Cindi Timmons. |
resources |
world-schools |
2018-03-23 |
Free |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2019 January |
View the Sample World Schools Motions for November 2018. |
resources |
world-schools |
2018-12-20 |
Members |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2019 February |
View the Sample World Schools Motions for February 2019. |
resources |
world-schools |
2019-02-01 |
Members |
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Sample World Schools Motions - 2019 March |
View the Sample World Schools Motions for March 2019. |
resources |
world-schools |
2019-03-04 |
Members |
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Graduation Honor Cords Letter to Principals |
Letter to principals in support of Association honor cords from Executive Director J. Scott Wunn. |
resources |
team-management |
2016-06-06 |
Free |
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What Is Strength? |
Download this helpful guide for understanding your team's strength and why it matters! |
resources |
team-management |
2018-11-12 |
Free |
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Service Points Primer |
Download our guide to learn how students and coaches can earn service points through the National Speech & Debate Association. |
resources |
team-management |
2018-12-07 |
Free |
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Member Roles and Account Permissions |
Download this guide for helpful tips on understanding NSDA Member Roles and Account Permissions. |
resources |
team-management |
2019-08-28 |
Free |
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Attending Your First Speech and Debate Tournament |
Tournaments are the best method for getting new students hooked on speech and debate. This guide is designed to help prepare new coaches for what they and their students should expect at their first tournament experience. |
resources |
team-management |
2019-10-30 |
Free |
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Speech and Debate Glossary |
As with any specialized activity, jargon and abbreviations pervade speech and debate activities. This guide covers some of the most essential terms of art that will alleviate your uncertainty as a new coach, as well as the hesitancy any students new to speech and debate may feel. |
resources |
team-management |
2019-10-30 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - Storytelling - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Storytelling. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Storytelling (ST). |
resources |
storytelling |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
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What to Expect Competing in Public Forum Debate |
Learn what to expect competing in Public Forum Debate from South Dakota alumnus Brett Ries. |
resources |
public-forum |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
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Public Forum Topic Webinar Presented by Luciana Coelho - 2018 Sept/Oct |
Luciana Coelho, Former Advocacy Analyst at Oceana, discusses the Sept/Oct 2018 topic, Resolved: The United States should accede to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea without reservations. This webinar is presented in partnership with the Bill of Rights Institute. |
resources |
instructional-videos, public-forum |
2018-10-01 |
Free |
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Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2018 November/December |
Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2018 November/December |
resources |
public-forum |
2018-10-22 |
Members |
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Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2019 January |
Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2019 January |
resources |
public-forum |
2018-12-20 |
Members |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2019 January |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2019 January |
resources |
public-forum |
2018-12-20 |
Resource Pkg |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2019 September/October |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2019 September/October |
resources |
public-forum |
2019-09-10 |
Resource Pkg |
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Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 January |
Public Forum Advanced Evidence - 2020 January |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-01-09 |
Resource Pkg |
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Coolidge Foundation Public Forum Brief - 2020 February |
Public Forum Brief Provided by the Coolidge Foundation for February 2020 |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-02-05 |
Members |
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How To Judge Program Oral Interpretation |
How to Judge Program Oral Interpretation - An Introduction to Evaluating Program Oral Interpretation (POI) |
resources |
program-oral-interp |
2016-05-26 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - Program Oral Interpretation - Blank |
Download the a sample comment sheet for Program Oral Interpretation. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Program Oral Interpretation (POI). |
resources |
program-oral-interp |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - Program Oral Interpretation - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Program Oral Interpretation. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for Program Oral Interp (POI) may look like when completed. |
resources |
program-oral-interp |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
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What to Expect Competing in Program Oral Interpretation |
Learn what to expect competing in Program Oral Interpretation from Arkansas student Jeremiah Brown. |
resources |
program-oral-interp |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
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Program Oral Interp - Getting Started Guide |
A guide for students (and their coaches!) who are interested in competing in Program Oral Interpretation (POI). |
resources |
classroom-resources, program-oral-interp |
2018-01-08 |
Free |
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Program Oral Interp - Collaborative Classroom Activity |
A unit outline that turns Program Oral Interp into a collaborative classroom activity and performance. Great for beginning and experienced interpers alike! |
resources |
classroom-resources, program-oral-interp |
2018-01-10 |
Resource Pkg |
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Sample Ballot - Policy Debate - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Policy Debate. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for Policy or (CX) may look like when completed. |
resources |
policy |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - Policy Debate - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Policy Debate. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Policy (CX). |
resources |
policy |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
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What to Expect Competing in Policy Debate |
Learn what to expect competing in Policy Debate from Missouri student Dalton Nunamaker. |
resources |
policy |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
|
Policy Curriculum - 2018-2019 Topic |
Click here to download the Policy Debate Curriculum for the 2018-2019 topic. |
resources |
classroom-resources, policy |
2018-08-24 |
Free |
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Policy Debate Lesson Plans |
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resources |
classroom-resources, policy |
2018-09-04 |
Members |
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Policy Starter Files - 2019-2020 |
Click here to download the Policy Debate Starter Files for 2019-2020. Use these resources to get started on the new 2019-2020 Policy Debate topic. |
resources |
policy |
2019-08-21 |
Members |
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Sample Ballot - Prose and Poetry - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Prose and Poetry. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Prose and Poetry (PP). |
resources |
poetry, prose |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - Prose and Poetry - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Prose and Poetry. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Prose and Poetry (PP). |
resources |
poetry, prose |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
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Nationals 2016 - Donus D. Roberts Diamond Assembly |
Watch the Donus D. Roberts Diamond Assembly from Nationals 2016! |
resources |
performance-videos |
2016-06-01 |
Members |
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Blake 2016 - USA Debate Development Team World Schools Practice |
Watch the 2016 USA Debate Development Team square off in a practice round at the John Edie Holiday Tournament hosted by Blake! |
resources |
performance-videos, world-schools |
2017-01-05 |
Members |
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Nationals 2017 - Donus D. Roberts Diamond Assembly |
Watch the Donus D. Roberts Diamond Assembly from Nationals 2017! |
resources |
performance-videos |
2017-06-23 |
Members |
|
Sample Ballot - Original Oratory - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Original Oratory. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for Original Oratory (OO) may look like when completed. |
resources |
original-oratory |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - Original Oratory - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Original Oratory. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Original Oratory (OO). |
resources |
original-oratory |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
|
Original Oratory - Lesson Plans |
Click here to download the Original Oratory Textbook. |
resources |
classroom-resources, original-oratory |
2016-06-07 |
Members |
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What to Expect Competing in Original Oratory |
Learn what to expect competing in Original Oratory from Indiana student Lia Thayer. |
resources |
original-oratory |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Lincoln-Douglas Debate. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Lincoln- Douglas (LD). |
resources |
lincoln-douglas |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Lincoln-Douglas Debate. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Lincoln- Douglas (LD). |
resources |
lincoln-douglas |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
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Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Sample Negative Pre-flow |
Click here to download the Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Sample Negative Pre-flow. Use this worksheet to help a novice student understand how to put together a detailed pre-flow. |
resources |
forms-manuals, lincoln-douglas |
2016-06-07 |
Members |
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Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2019 January/February |
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2019 January/Feburary |
resources |
lincoln-douglas |
2019-01-22 |
Members |
|
What to Expect Competing in International Extemporaneous Speaking |
Learn what to expect competing in International Extemporaneous Speaking from Arizona student Vincent Jasso. |
resources |
international-extemp |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
|
Black History Month Extemp Practice Questions |
View the Black History Month United States Extemp Questions |
resources |
inclusion, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2018-01-23 |
Free |
|
International Extemp Resources - 2018 Nationals |
Download International Extemp Resources for the 2018 National Tournament |
resources |
international-extemp, us-extemp |
2018-05-07 |
Members |
|
IX Questions & Resources - 2019 January |
View the January 2019 International Extemp Questions and Resources. |
resources |
international-extemp |
2019-01-16 |
Resource Pkg |
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Advice from Hall of Fame Members |
Watch Advice from Hall of Fame Members |
resources |
instructional-videos, team-management |
2016-05-30 |
Members |
|
Top 5 Extemp Tips |
Learn extemp tips from Robert Kelly, Donus Roberts, Kandi King, Pam McComas, and Kim Jones. |
resources |
instructional-videos, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2016-05-30 |
Free |
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Escape Room Strategies |
|
resources |
lincoln-douglas, policy, public-forum, team-management |
2020-02-06 |
Free |
|
Introduction to World Schools Debate |
An Introduction to World Schools Debate |
resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2016-05-30 |
Free |
|
WKU Webinar - Truth Over Trophies: Personal Advocacy and Competitive Debate |
|
resources |
instructional-videos |
2017-03-11 |
Free |
|
World Schools Debate Impromptu Prep Webinar - Presented by Global Debate Symposium |
Aaron Timmons and USA Debate Team members and coaches discuss prep for impromptu motions in World Schools Debate. This webinar is presented by Global Debate Symposium. |
resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2018-04-10 |
Free |
|
World Schools Debate Prepared Motions Webinar - Presented by Global Debate Symposium |
USA Debate Team members and coaches discuss prepared motions in World Schools Debate. This webinar is presented by Global Debate Symposium. |
resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2018-05-24 |
Free |
|
Judge Adaptation at Nationals - Presented by Trinity University |
Trinity University discusses judge adaptation in debate at the National Tournament. |
resources |
instructional-videos, policy |
2018-05-25 |
Free |
|
World Schools Debate Training and Demonstration Round - Nationals 2018 |
Learn how to run and judge a round of World Schools Debate! Also includes a full demonstration round. |
resources |
instructional-videos, performance-videos, world-schools |
2018-06-20 |
Members |
|
Lincoln-Douglas Topic Webinar Presented by Stephen Kent - 2018 Sept/Oct |
Stephen Kent from Young Voices, a journalist-focused non-profit in Washington DC, discusses the Sept/Oct 2018 topic, Resolved: In the United States, reporters ought to have the right to protect the identity of confidential sources. This webinar is presented in partnership with the Bill of Rights Institute. |
resources |
instructional-videos, lincoln-douglas |
2018-10-01 |
Free |
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Public Forum Topic Webinar Presented by Dr. Ron Nate - 2018 Nov/Dec |
Dr. Ron Nate, Senior Fellow & Board Member at the Madison Liberty Institute, discusses the Nov/Dec 2018 PF topic, Resolved: The United States federal government should impose price controls on the pharmaceutical industry. This webinar is presented in partnership with the Bill of Rights Institute. |
resources |
instructional-videos, public-forum |
2018-11-27 |
Free |
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Policy Topic Webinar Presented by Sarah Pierce 2019 |
Sarah Pierce, Policy Analyst at the Migration Policy Institute, discusses the 2019 Policy topic, Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially reduce its restrictions on legal immigration to the United States. This webinar is presented in partnership with the Bill of Rights Institute. |
resources |
instructional-videos, policy |
2018-11-29 |
Free |
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Public Forum Topic Webinar Presented by Erica York - 2019 January |
Erica York, Analyst at the Tax Foundation, discusses the January 2019 PF topic, Resolved: The United States federal government should prioritize reducing the federal debt over promoting economic growth. This webinar is presented in partnership with the Bill of Rights Institute. |
resources |
instructional-videos, public-forum |
2019-01-14 |
Free |
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Policy Debate Structure & Life Lessons Webinar Presented by Jenae Barnes |
Jenae Barnes, debater from George Mason University, discusses Policy Debate strategy and life lessons from debate. This webinar is presented in partnership with the Bill of Rights Institute. |
resources |
instructional-videos, policy |
2019-01-17 |
Free |
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How To Judge Informative Speaking |
How to Judge Informative Speaking - An Introduction to Evaluating Informative Speaking (INF) |
resources |
informative-speaking |
2016-05-26 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Informative Speaking - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Informative Speaking. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for Informative Speaking (INF) may look like when completed. |
resources |
informative-speaking |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Informative Speaking - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Informative Speaking. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Informative Speaking (INF). |
resources |
informative-speaking |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
|
Informative Speaking - Creating a Solid Foundation |
Download the Informative Speaking - Creating a Solid Foundation handout. Use this resource to help students understand how to create a solid structure for an Informative Speaking speech. |
resources |
informative-speaking |
2016-06-07 |
Free |
|
What to Expect Competing in Informative Speaking |
Learn what to expect competing in Informative Speaking from California student Cynthia Yang. |
resources |
informative-speaking |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
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Blake Diversity and Inclusion Conference 2017 |
Watch The Blake School's 2017 Diversity and Inclusion Conference, featuring LaToya Green, Elijah Smith, Ignacio Evans, and Kaine Cherry. |
resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos |
2017-04-21 |
Free |
|
USX Questions & Resources - Black History Month |
View the Black History Month United States Extemp Questions and Resources |
resources |
inclusion, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2018-01-29 |
Resource Pkg |
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USX Questions & Resources - Hispanic Heritage Month |
View the United States Extemp Questions and Resources for Hispanic Heritage Month. |
resources |
inclusion, us-extemp |
2018-08-31 |
Resource Pkg |
|
IX Questions & Resources - Hispanic Heritage Month |
View the International Extemp Questions and Resources for Hispanic Heritage Month. |
resources |
inclusion, international-extemp |
2018-08-31 |
Resource Pkg |
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Tournament Invitation Templates for School Administrators |
Download our templates for inviting school administrators to observe local speech and debate tournaments. |
resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2018-11-19 |
Free |
|
Tournament Invitation Template for School Administrators with Programs |
Download our template for inviting school administrators with speech and debate programs to observe local tournaments. |
resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2018-11-19 |
Free |
|
Tournament Invitation Template for School Administrators without Programs |
Download our template for inviting school administrators without speech and debate programs to observe local tournaments. |
resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2018-11-19 |
Free |
|
How To Judge Impromptu |
How to Judge Impromptu - An Introduction to Evaluating Impromptu (IMP) |
resources |
impromptu |
2016-05-25 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Impromptu - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Impromptu. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for Impromptu (IMP) may look like when completed. |
resources |
impromptu |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Impromptu - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Impromptu. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Impromptu (IMP). |
resources |
impromptu |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
|
Impromptu - Creating an Example Database |
Click this link to download the resource Impromptu - Creating and Example Database. Use this to help students learn to create a database for Impromptu Speaking. |
resources |
impromptu |
2016-06-07 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Impromptu Prompts |
Download a variety of Impromptu Prompts including quotations, single words/short phrases, people, and current event topics to spark your next practice session or classroom lesson. |
resources |
impromptu |
2019-09-03 |
Members |
|
What to Expect Competing in Humorous Interpretation |
Learn what to expect competing in Humorous Interpretation from Florida student Jordan Singer. |
resources |
humorous-interp |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Public Forum Debate - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Public Forum Debate. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Public Forum (PF). |
resources |
forms-manuals, public-forum |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Extemporaneous Speaking - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for International Extemp or United States Extemp. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for US Extemp (USX) or Foreign Extemp (IX) may look like when completed. |
resources |
forms-manuals, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Public Forum Debate - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Public Forum Debate. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for Public Forum (PF) may look like when completed. |
resources |
forms-manuals, public-forum |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Extemporaneous Speaking - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Extemporaneous Speaking. Use this sheet to learn how to judge US Extemp (DX) or International Extemp (IX). |
resources |
forms-manuals, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
|
Extemporaneous Speaking - Textbook |
Click here to download the Extemporaneous Speaking Textbook. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2016-06-02 |
Members |
|
Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Textbook |
Click here to download the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Textbook. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, lincoln-douglas |
2016-06-02 |
Members |
|
Original Oratory - Textbook |
Click here to download the Original Oratory Textbook. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, original-oratory |
2016-06-02 |
Resource Pkg |
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World Schools Debate - Textbook |
Click here to download the World Schools Debate Textbook. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, world-schools |
2016-06-02 |
Members |
|
Policy Debate - Textbook |
Click here to download the Policy Debate Textbook. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, policy |
2016-06-06 |
Members |
|
Postings Form |
Click here to download the Posting Form. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2016-06-06 |
Free |
|
Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Introduction |
Click here to download the Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Introduction. Use this guide as an introduction to Lincoln-Douglas Debate. |
resources |
forms-manuals, lincoln-douglas |
2016-06-07 |
Members |
|
Debate Training Guide |
Click here to download a Debate Training Guide. Use this guide to gain a basic understanding of debate as an overall event. |
resources |
forms-manuals, lincoln-douglas, policy, public-forum |
2016-06-07 |
Free |
|
Debate Evidence Guide |
Click here to download a Debate Evidence Guide. This document provides potential scenarios and basic expectations for debate judges. This is a guide and is not a replacement for the actual rules. |
resources |
forms-manuals, lincoln-douglas, policy, public-forum |
2016-06-07 |
Free |
|
Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Sample Negative Constructive |
Click here to download the Lincoln-Douglas Debate - Sample Negative Constructive. Use this worksheet to help a novice student understand how to put together a negative constructive speech for Lincoln-Douglas Debate. |
resources |
forms-manuals, lincoln-douglas |
2016-06-07 |
Members |
|
Public Forum Debate - Lesson Plans |
Click here to download the Public Forum Debate - Lesson Plans. Use these lesson plans to help students understand Public Forum Debate. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, public-forum |
2016-06-07 |
Resource Pkg |
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Policy Debate - Structure Quiz |
Click here to download the Policy Debate Structure Quiz. Download this resource to quiz students on the structure of Policy Debate. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, policy |
2016-06-07 |
Members |
|
World Schools Debate - Notes for Adjudicators |
Click here to download the World Schools Debate - Notes for Adjudicators. |
resources |
|
2016-06-07 |
Free |
|
MLK Day Classroom Activities |
Download our MLK Day Classroom Activities, including four ideas for engaging students with accompanying rubrics to assist in evaluation. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals |
2017-01-06 |
Free |
|
National Speech and Debate Education Day - Invitation Template |
Use this editable Word template to invite guests to your National Speech and Debate Education Day event. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2017-01-10 |
Free |
|
Black History Month Classroom Activities |
Download our Black History Month Classroom Activities, including four ideas for engaging students with accompanying rubrics to assist in evaluation. |
resources |
classroom-resources, forms-manuals, inclusion |
2017-01-24 |
Free |
|
What to Expect Competing in Lincoln-Douglas Debate |
Learn what to expect competing in Lincoln-Douglas Debate from Hawaii student Lily Perry. |
resources |
forms-manuals, lincoln-douglas |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
|
Induction Ceremony Script |
Planning an induction ceremony to recognize the newest members of your Honor Society chapter? Download our editable script template to serve as your guide! (See also: Induction Ceremony Invitation and Induction Ceremony Program) |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2017-03-15 |
Members |
|
Induction Ceremony Invitation |
Planning an induction ceremony to recognize the newest members of your Honor Society chapter? Download our editable invitation template to encourage parents, administrators, and other special guests to attend your ceremony. (See also: Induction Ceremony Program and Induction Ceremony Script) |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2017-03-15 |
Members |
|
Induction Ceremony Program |
Planning an induction ceremony to recognize the newest members of your Honor Society chapter? Download our editable program template that can be tailored for your special event. (See also: Induction Ceremony Invitation and Induction Ceremony Script) |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2017-03-15 |
Members |
|
Diamond Award - Pin Order Form |
Coaches with two or more diamonds, please fill out and mail this certificate to the address provided within one year of receiving your newest diamond award. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2017-06-28 |
Free |
|
National Speech and Debate Education Day - State Resolution Template |
Use this editable Word template to secure state and local resolutions or proclamations recognizing National Speech and Debate Education Day in your area. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2018-02-02 |
Free |
|
National Speech and Debate Education Day - School Board Resolution Template |
Use this editable Word template to secure school board resolutions or proclamations recognizing National Speech and Debate Education Day in your area. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2018-02-02 |
Free |
|
NSDA Coaches Code of Ethics |
Use this printer-friendly PDF to proudly display our Coaches Code of Ethics in and around your school, classroom, or speech and debate squad room. |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2018-02-14 |
Free |
|
NSDA Code of Honor |
Use this printer-friendly PDF to proudly display our Code of Honor in and around your school, classroom, or speech and debate squad room. |
resources |
forms-manuals, team-management |
2018-02-14 |
Free |
|
Coolidge Foundation Public Forum Webinar - February 2020 |
Watch a webinar hosted by Dr. Ben Voth, director of debate at Southern Methodist University and Calvin Coolidge Debate Fellow. Dr. Voth hosted the webinar on the February Public Forum topic of Universal Basic Income.
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-02-05 |
Members |
|
What to Expect Competing in Dramatic Interpretation |
Learn what to expect competing in Dramatic Interpretation from Ohio student Rachel Rothschild. |
resources |
dramatic-interp |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
|
Building Community At the District Level: Summer Conference Presentation |
Watch "Building Community: A New Look at Speech and Debate Districts" |
resources |
districts, instructional-videos, team-management |
2016-05-30 |
Members |
|
Building Community - District Leadership Toolkit |
Click here to download the Building Community - District Leadership Toolkit. |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals, team-management |
2016-09-01 |
Free |
|
Local Tournament Press Release Template |
Download the local tournament press release template |
resources |
districts |
2018-12-03 |
Members |
|
Sample Ballot - Interp - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Interp. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Interp. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Interp - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Interp. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for Interp may look like when completed. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
|
Top 5 Interp Tips |
Hear Interp tips from Debbie Simon, Gay Brasher, Lydia Esslinger, Gail Naylor, and Cathy Wood. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos |
2016-05-30 |
Free |
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Duo Interpretation - Developing a Rapport with Your Partner |
|
resources |
duo-interp, forms-manuals |
2016-11-21 |
Resource Pkg |
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What to Expect Competing in Duo Interpretation |
Learn what to expect competing in Duo Interpretation from New Jersey student Julia Thompson. |
resources |
duo-interp |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
|
WKU Webinar - Interpretation Introductions as Student Empowerment |
|
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos, program-oral-interp |
2017-03-11 |
Free |
|
Summit Debate Interp Town Hall |
Watch the Summit Debate's Interp Town Hall, featuring Byron Arthur, Dave Kraft, Sarah Rosenberg, Joe Wycoff, Jacci Young, and Jenny Cook. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos, team-management |
2017-04-19 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - All Speech Events - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for all Speech events. |
resources |
declamation, dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, impromptu, informative-speaking, international-extemp, original-oratory, poetry, program-oral-interp, prose, storytelling, us-extemp |
2018-04-19 |
Free |
|
World Schools Sample Final Round |
Wondering what to expect as you prepare for World Schools Debate at the National Tournament? Watch this video to learn more about the structure and expectations of this dynamic form of debate! |
resources |
performance-videos, world-schools |
2020-01-29 |
Resource Pkg |
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World Schools Sample Quarterfinal Round |
Wondering what to expect as you prepare for World Schools Debate at the National Tournament? Watch this video to learn more about the structure and expectations of this dynamic form of debate! |
resources |
performance-videos, world-schools |
2020-01-29 |
Resource Pkg |
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Sample Ballot - Congressional Debate - Invitational |
Download a sample comment ballot for Congressional Debate. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Congressional Debate (CD) at an invitational tournament. |
resources |
congress |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
|
Sample Ballot - Congressional Debate - Districts |
Download a sample comment ballot for Congressional Debate. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Congressional Debate (CD) at a district tournament. |
resources |
congress |
2016-06-02 |
Free |
|
Public Forum and Congressional Debate - Textbook |
Click here to download the Public Forum and Congressional Debate Textbook. |
resources |
classroom-resources, congress, forms-manuals, public-forum |
2016-06-02 |
Members |
|
Congressional Debate - Middle School Drafting Legislation Activity |
Click here to download the Congressional Debate - Middle School Drafting Legislation Activity. Use this activity to help middle school students learn how to create legislation for Congressional Debate. |
resources |
classroom-resources, congress, forms-manuals, middle-school |
2016-06-07 |
Members |
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Congressional Debate - Middle School Parliamentary Procedure Terms |
Click here to download the Congressional Debate - Middle School Parliamentary Procedure Terms. Use this activity to help middle school students learn more about using Parliamentary Procedure for Congressional Debate. |
resources |
congress, forms-manuals, middle-school |
2016-06-07 |
Members |
|
Congressional Debate - Lesson Plans |
Click here to download the Congressional Debate - Lesson Plans. Use these lesson plans to help students understand Congressional Debate. |
resources |
classroom-resources, congress, forms-manuals |
2016-06-07 |
Resource Pkg |
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Congressional Debate - Frequently Used Motions |
Click here to download the Congressional Debate - Frequently Use Motions. Use this activity to help students understand the most used motions during Congressional Debate. |
resources |
congress, forms-manuals |
2016-06-07 |
Members |
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What to Expect Competing in Congressional Debate |
Learn what to expect competing in Congressional Debate from Missouri student Maguire Radosevic. |
resources |
congress |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
|
Middle School Congress Chambers - 2017 Nationals |
Middle School Congress Chambers - 2017 Nationals |
resources |
congress |
2017-05-22 |
Free |
|
Congressional Debate - Printable Guide for Students, Educators, & Judges |
Download a Printable PDF Guide to Congressional Debate. |
resources |
congress |
2017-10-24 |
Free |
|
Congressional Debate - Practice Drills |
Download a printable PDF of 16 drills you can use to improve your fluency, rebuttals, delivery, and analysis in Congressional Debate. |
resources |
classroom-resources, congress |
2017-11-10 |
Free |
|
Middle School Congress Chambers - 2018 Nationals |
Middle School Congress Chambers - 2018 Nationals |
resources |
congress |
2018-05-24 |
Free |
|
Hispanic Heritage Month Activities Lesson Plan |
Download the NSDA Hispanic Heritage Month (September-October) Activities Lesson Plan. |
resources |
classroom-resources, inclusion |
2018-08-30 |
Free |
|
Public Forum Video Analysis - 2020 February |
Watch the 2020 February Public Forum Video Analysis!
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-01-24 |
Members |
|
Sample Ballot - Public Forum Debate Pilot Rules - Blank |
Sample Ballot - Public Forum Debate Pilot Rules - Blank |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-01-10 |
Free |
|
Public Forum Video Analysis - 2020 January |
Watch the 2020 January Public Forum Video Analysis!
NOTE: By viewing these videos you are consenting to our Video Terms & Conditions. |
resources |
public-forum |
2020-01-03 |
Members |
|
High School Competition Events Guide |
Click here to download the High School Competition Events Guide. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2015-06-01 |
Free |
|
Public Forum Demo Debate - January 2019 |
|
resources |
performance-videos, public-forum |
2019-01-04 |
Resource Pkg |
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Public Forum Debate - Clash |
Learn about clash in Public Forum Debate! |
resources |
instructional-videos, public-forum |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Interpretation - Prose and Poetry |
Learn about Prose and Poetry! |
resources |
instructional-videos, poetry, prose |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Interpretation - Critique |
Learn about critiquing Interpretation! |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Interpretation - Characterization |
Learn about characterization in Interpretation! |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Interpretation - Script Analysis |
Learn how to analyze scripts for Interpretation! |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Interpretation - Overview |
Learn the basics of Interpretation! |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Showcase - Policy Debate |
Tara Tate, the coach of Glenbrook South HS (IL), shares her expertise on Policy Debate. |
resources |
instructional-videos, performance-videos, policy |
2016-05-24 |
Resource Pkg |
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Showcase - Humorous Interpretation |
Watch a showcase of Humorous Interpretation! |
resources |
humorous-interp, instructional-videos, performance-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Showcase - Duo Interpretation |
Watch a showcase of Duo Interpretation! |
resources |
duo-interp, instructional-videos, performance-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Showcase - Dramatic Interpretation |
Watch a showcase of Dramatic Interpretation! You can also view the Showcase - Dramatic Interpretation Written Accompaniment here |
resources |
dramatic-interp, instructional-videos, performance-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Webinar - Keeping It Fresh For the End of the Year |
Webinar featuring Chase Williams. |
resources |
instructional-videos, team-management |
2018-02-19 |
Resource Pkg |
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Public Forum Debate - Order of Speeches |
Learn about the order of speeches in Public Forum Debate! |
resources |
instructional-videos, public-forum |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
|
Public Forum Debate - Storytelling |
Learn about Storytelling in Public Forum Debate! |
resources |
instructional-videos, public-forum |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Interpretation - Character Transitions |
Learn about character transition in Interpretation! |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Interpretation - Believability |
Learn about believability in Interpretation! |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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Interpretation - Physicality |
Learn about physicality in Interpretation! |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos |
2016-08-25 |
Resource Pkg |
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World Schools Demo Debate with RFDs |
This final round of World Schools Debate includes judges' adjudication speeches and RFDs at the end of the video, making it a great resource for improving your debating, coaching, or judging! |
resources |
instructional-videos, performance-videos, world-schools |
2019-02-01 |
Resource Pkg |
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Original Oratory: Building Your Message to Inspire Change |
Elevate your oratory to the next level with this presentation from Bob Ickes and Jenny Cook! |
resources |
instructional-videos, original-oratory |
2018-01-31 |
Resource Pkg |
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Interpretation: Strategies for Building Character and Environment |
Bring out your best performance with this presentation by Joele Denis! |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos, poetry, program-oral-interp, prose, storytelling |
2017-06-20 |
Resource Pkg |
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Lincoln-Douglas Demo Round - November/December 2019 |
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resources |
lincoln-douglas, performance-videos |
2019-11-26 |
Resource Pkg |
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Congressional Debate Demo Round |
Curious what to expect starting out in Congress? Watch this round to familiarize yourself with the event! |
resources |
congress, performance-videos |
2019-12-09 |
Resource Pkg |
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Sample Extemp Round with Ballots |
Attached below this video are links to ballots for each speaker written by real Extemp coaches. Use them to sharpen your Extemp Speaking skills! |
resources |
instructional-videos, international-extemp, performance-videos, us-extemp |
2019-05-01 |
Resource Pkg |
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Rules Overview |
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resources |
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2019-12-02 |
Free |
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Membership Overview |
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resources |
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2019-11-26 |
Free |
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Interp: From Picking Pieces to Execution |
Learn some interpretation tips from this handy webinar. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos, program-oral-interp |
2019-12-04 |
Resource Pkg |
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Public Forum Demo Debate - November/December 2019 |
Reason For Decision included at the end of the round! |
resources |
performance-videos, public-forum |
2019-11-26 |
Resource Pkg |
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Peer Coaching |
Fostering student leadership can be critical to your team, regardless of roster length or goals. Read this recent Rostrum article by two-diamond coach Erik Dominguez to learn how! |
resources |
team-management |
2019-11-25 |
Free |
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Ensuring Access to Speech and Debate for Students with Disabilities |
Click here to follow along with the slideshow.
|
resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos, team-management |
2017-08-25 |
Free |
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Curriculum Corner - Crafting Arguments and Reading vs. Listening to Speeches |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the Winter 2017 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2017-02-15 |
Members |
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Curriculum Corner - Student Reflection, Novice Help, and Interp Analysis |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the Spring 2017 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2017-04-04 |
Members |
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Curriculum Corner - Future of NSDA Professional Development |
This special installment of Curriculum Corner, published in the September/October 2017 Rostrum, takes a deeper look at CONNECT, our dynamic platform that offers online resource sharing, collaboration, and self-paced professional development courses. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2017-09-16 |
Members |
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Curriculum Corner - Unheard Voices, Congress, and Extemp |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the November/December 2017 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2017-11-15 |
Members |
|
Middle School Competition Events Guide |
Click here to download the Middle School Competition Events Guide. |
resources |
forms-manuals, middle-school |
2015-06-01 |
Free |
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High School Supplemental and Consolation Events Guide |
Click here to download the High School Supplemental and Consolation Events Guide. |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2015-06-01 |
Free |
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Middle School Policy Guide |
This is the Middle School Policy Guide – read it if you’re interested in learning about policy debate in MS! |
resources |
middle-school, policy |
2016-03-29 |
Free |
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How To Judge Declamation |
How to Judge Declamation - An Introduction to Evaluating Declamation (DEC) |
resources |
declamation |
2016-05-25 |
Free |
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Original Oratory - Researching Your Speech |
Click here to download the Original Oratory - Researching Your Speech handout. Use this resource to understand the steps and process to researching an Original Oratory speech. |
resources |
original-oratory |
2016-06-07 |
Resource Pkg |
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Original Oratory - Substructure |
This guide offers tips for understanding substructure in Original Oratory. We will focus on the substructure of a main point, walking you through the process of decoding substructure, outlining, and turning it into a drafted main point. This is not meant to be the definitive and only method for determining substructure; rather, it is meant to provide a solid foundation for students and coaches looking to improve their understanding of speech construction. Upon developing an understanding of substructure and how to apply it, examples will be used to help visualize the transition from page to stage! |
resources |
original-oratory |
2016-09-19 |
Resource Pkg |
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Finding the Right Speech and Debate Coach |
Download our guide to find the right speech and debate coach for your team. |
resources |
team-management |
2019-11-15 |
Free |
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Alternate Speech Penalties For Districts |
Executive Director Scott Wunn and Competition Manager Lauren Burdt train district leaders to use the new alternate penalties in speech at their district tournaments and share feedback on the new pilot qualification rules. |
resources |
districts, instructional-videos |
2019-11-05 |
Free |
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Evidence Violation Protest Form |
Download a form for students to use when they prepare to protest an evidence rule violation. |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2019-10-29 |
Free |
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Curriculum Corner - 1st Amendment, Impromptu, and Public Forum |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the April/May 2018 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2018-04-15 |
Members |
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Curriculum Corner - Black History Month |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the February/March 2018 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2018-02-14 |
Members |
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Showcase - Dramatic Interpretation: Written Accompaniment |
Download the Showcase - Dramatic Interpretation: Written Accompaniment. You can also view the Video Showcase for Dramatic Interpretation here |
resources |
dramatic-interp |
2019-10-18 |
Resource Pkg |
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Congress Legislation - Hispanic Heritage Month |
Download the Hispanic Heritage Month Legislation Docket. |
resources |
congress, inclusion |
2018-08-31 |
Free |
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Extemp Practice Questions - Hispanic Heritage Month |
View Extemp Practice Questions for Hispanic Heritage Month. |
resources |
inclusion, international-extemp, us-extemp |
2018-08-31 |
Free |
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Curriculum Corner - Resources for National Hispanic Heritage Month |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the September/October 2018 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2018-09-13 |
Members |
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Impromptu Prompts - Hispanic Heritage Month |
View the Hispanic Heritage Month Impromptu Prompts |
resources |
impromptu, inclusion |
2018-08-31 |
Free |
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Stand and Deliver - Joe and Pam Wycoff |
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resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, instructional-videos, poetry, program-oral-interp, prose, storytelling |
2019-08-05 |
Resource Pkg |
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Imagining Latinidad for Speech and Debate - Presented by Dr. Darrel Wanzer-Serrano |
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resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos |
2019-04-30 |
Free |
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Public Forum Pilot Rules 2019-2020 |
Download an explanation of the 2019-2020 PF Pilot Rules. |
resources |
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2019-09-12 |
Free |
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District Leader Quick Guide |
Check out these resources for new and veteran district leaders alike to grow speech and debate in your area, communicate with the coaches in your district, and run a successful district tournament! |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals, team-management |
2019-02-08 |
Free |
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District Committee Appointment Request Form |
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resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2019-09-11 |
Free |
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Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis - 2019 September/October |
Download the 2019 September/October Lincoln-Douglas Topic Analysis |
resources |
lincoln-douglas |
2019-09-06 |
Members |
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LD Topic Voting Procedure |
Download a description of the LD topic voting procedure! |
resources |
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2019-07-26 |
Free |
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Big Questions 2+ Events Application |
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resources |
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2016-09-22 |
Free |
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First Time at Nats FAQ for Coaches |
Download our FAQ for coaches attending the National Tournament for the first time! |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2019-06-06 |
Free |
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How to Debate Like a Tiger: Preparing for Nationals - Presented by Trinity University |
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resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos |
2019-05-30 |
Free |
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World Schools Debate at Nationals |
Wondering what to expect as you prepare for World Schools Debate at the National Tournament? Watch this video to learn more about the structure and expectations of this dynamic form of debate! |
resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2019-04-26 |
Members |
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How to Use Points of Information in World Schools Debate |
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resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2019-05-01 |
Resource Pkg |
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Points of Information Team Activity |
Download a document describing POIs in WSD and a team activity! |
resources |
classroom-resources, world-schools |
2019-05-01 |
Resource Pkg |
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Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2019 National Tournament |
Public Forum Topic Analysis - 2019 National Tournament |
resources |
public-forum |
2019-05-01 |
Members |
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Public Forum Topic Webinar Presented by Ambassador Neelam Deo - 2019 April |
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resources |
public-forum |
2019-04-18 |
Free |
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Middle School National Tournament Script Turn In |
Download a description of the items students in speech will turn in before semifinals of the Middle School National Tournament! |
resources |
forms-manuals |
2019-04-30 |
Free |
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Gender Identity and Inclusion in Speech and Debate Webinar |
Crawford Leavoy, Director of Speech and Debate at Durham Academy and Moderator of the 2017 NSDA LGBT+ Coaches' Caucus, and Kiran Sundar, student at Durham Academy, discuss gender identity and inclusion in speech and debate. |
resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos |
2018-04-18 |
Free |
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Understanding Motion Debates |
Understanding Motions Debate |
resources |
instructional-videos, world-schools |
2016-05-30 |
Members |
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National Tournament Script Database |
Database of interp scripts and performances from Nationals, in Dramatic Interp (DI), Humorous Interp (HI) and Duo Interp (Duo). |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp |
2016-07-27 |
Resource Pkg |
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Volunteer Nomination Form |
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resources |
forms-manuals, inclusion |
2019-03-13 |
Free |
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Speech Team Recruitment Video |
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resources |
instructional-videos, team-management |
2019-02-01 |
Free |
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Finding the Right Coach |
Download the Finding the Right Speech and Debate Coach PDF. |
resources |
districts, team-management |
2017-08-15 |
Free |
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National Speech and Debate Education Day Toolkit |
Download the National Speech and Debate Education Day Team Toolkit. |
resources |
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2018-12-14 |
Free |
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National Tournament Script List Archive 1983-2016 |
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resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp |
2016-07-02 |
Members |
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Middle School National Tournament Script List - 2016 |
Click here to download the Middle School National Tournament Script List for 2016. |
resources |
dramatic-interp, duo-interp, humorous-interp, middle-school, poetry, prose, storytelling |
2016-06-01 |
Members |
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Ensuring Access for Students with Disabilities |
Download the article about strategies for ensuring access to speech and debate for students with disabilities. Please note that these are strategies provided as resources to the community, not official stances of the NSDA.
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resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2019-01-07 |
Free |
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Dress Code Template |
Download the NSDA Caucus Recommended Dress Code Template |
resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2018-07-30 |
Free |
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Gender Neutral Restroom Best Practices |
Download the NSDA Caucus Recommended Gender Neutral Restroom Best Practices to be used in conjunction with the Gender Neutral Restroom Sign |
resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2018-07-30 |
Free |
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Pronoun Usage Best Practices |
Download the NSDA Caucus Recommended Pronoun Usage Best Practices |
resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2018-07-30 |
Free |
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Gender Neutral Restroom Sign |
Download the Gender Neutral Restroom Sign to be used in conjunction with the NSDA Caucus Recommended Gender Neutral Restroom Best Practices |
resources |
inclusion, team-management |
2018-11-15 |
Free |
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Harassment and Discrimination Policy |
Download the NSDA Harassment and Discrimination Policy that can be adapted for schools or tournaments |
resources |
forms-manuals, inclusion, team-management |
2018-12-13 |
Free |
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Public Speaking Training Guide |
Click here to download a Public Speaking Training Guide. Use this guide to gain a basic understanding of public speaking. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2016-06-07 |
Resource Pkg |
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Tips for Writing a Persuasive Speech |
Click here to download "Tips for Writing a Persuasive Speech". Use this guide to gain a basic understanding of persuasive speaking. |
resources |
classroom-resources, extemp-debate, pkd-extemp-speaking, international-extemp, original-oratory, us-extemp |
2017-02-09 |
Members |
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What to Expect Competing in United States Extemporaneous Speaking |
Learn what to expect competing in United States Extemporaneous Speaking from California student Joshua Tran. |
resources |
us-extemp |
2017-02-09 |
Free |
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Gun Violence Policy Webinar - Presented by Students Demand Action |
Billy Rosen, Deputy Legal Director from Students Demand Action, discusses policy surrounding gun violence. |
resources |
congress, instructional-videos, us-extemp |
2018-05-30 |
Free |
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World Schools Debate at Middle School Nationals Webinar |
USA Debate Team coach Sandy Berkowitz and USA Debate Team alums discuss World Schools Debate at the Middle School National Tournament. |
resources |
instructional-videos, middle-school, world-schools |
2018-06-01 |
Free |
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Diversity & Inclusion Conference 2017 - Byron Arthur Presentation |
Watch Byron Arthur's presentation from the 2017 Diversity & Inclusion Conference! |
resources |
inclusion, instructional-videos |
2017-12-19 |
Members |
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District Tournament Roles |
Learn about the suggested roles each member of your District Committee can play. |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals, team-management |
2019-02-08 |
Free |
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District Finance Guide |
Get an introduction to 501(c)3 status at the district level by reviewing this presentation from the 2017 National Conference Leadership Track. |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals, team-management |
2019-02-08 |
Free |
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Setting Up Your NSDA District as a Non-Profit |
Learn how to set up your NSDA district as a nonprofit!
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resources |
districts, instructional-videos |
2017-06-05 |
Members |
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Public Forum Debate: Strategies in Persuasion and Adaptation |
Elevate your skills in Public Forum Debate with this presentation by Lyndsey Hinckley! |
resources |
instructional-videos, public-forum |
2017-06-05 |
Members |
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Honorary Membership Certificate - Request Form |
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resources |
forms-manuals |
2016-11-17 |
Members |
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District Student of the Year Award Sample Script |
Download the District Student of the Year Award sample script. |
resources |
districts |
2018-11-29 |
Free |
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Academic All American Nomination Form |
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resources |
forms-manuals |
2016-09-09 |
Free |
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How to Register for Districts on Tabroom |
Download a description of how to register for your district tournament on Tabroom. |
resources |
districts, forms-manuals |
2018-12-18 |
Free |
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Coach Emeritus Sign Up |
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resources |
forms-manuals |
2018-09-25 |
Free |
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Public Forum Topic Wording Feedback |
Please submit your specific topic wording suggestions by October 31 for consideration by the PF Wording Committee. Topic voting will occur the last week of November. The final resolution will be announced December 1. |
resources |
forms-manuals, public-forum |
2018-10-15 |
Free |
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Middle School Nationals Policy Judge Paradigms |
Download the MS Nats 2017 CX Judge Paradigms |
resources |
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2017-06-13 |
Free |
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Middle School Nationals Lincoln-Douglas Judge Paradigms |
Download the MS Nats 2017 LD Judge Paradigms |
resources |
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2017-06-13 |
Free |
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Zoom FAQ |
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resources |
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2017-05-19 |
Free |
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MS Nats Policy Judge Paradigm |
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resources |
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2017-05-04 |
Free |
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MS Nats LD Judge Paradigm |
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resources |
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2017-05-04 |
Free |
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PF Topic Area Suggestions |
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resources |
forms-manuals |
2017-04-07 |
Free |
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Middle School Nationals Congress Legislation Upload |
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resources |
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2017-04-04 |
Free |
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Curriculum Corner - 2015 Summer |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the Summer 2015 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2015-09-15 |
Members |
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Curriculum Corner - 2015 Fall |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the Fall 2015 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2015-11-15 |
Members |
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Curriculum Corner - 2016 Winter |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the Winter 2016 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2016-02-15 |
Members |
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Curriculum Corner - 2016 Spring |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the Spring 2016 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2016-04-15 |
Members |
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Curriculum Corner - 2016 Fall |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the Fall 2016 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2016-11-15 |
Members |
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Curriculum Corner - 2016 Summer |
Check out these practical ideas for speech and debate teachers to use in the classroom, published in the Summer 2016 Rostrum. |
resources |
classroom-resources |
2016-09-15 |
Members |
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Big Questions Lesson Plan - Refuting an Argument |
Download Big Questions Lesson Plan - Refuting an Argument. |
resources |
big-questions |
2017-02-02 |
Free |
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Big Questions Lesson Plan - Constructing an Argument |
Download Big Questions Lesson Plan - Constructing an Argument. |
resources |
big-questions |
2017-02-02 |
Free |
|
Big Questions Format Manual |
Download our Big Questions Format Manual. |
resources |
big-questions |
2016-10-21 |
Free |
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Forensics And College Admissions - Minh Luong |
Forensics and College Admissions, by Professor Minh A. Luong |
resources |
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2016-08-09 |
Free |
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Making The Case For Forensics - NFHS |
The Value of Speech, Debate, and Theatre Activities: Making the Case for Forensics, by the NFHS, Kevin Minch, and Robert F. Kanaby |
resources |
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2016-08-09 |
Free |
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Forensics And Test Scores - Tammie Peters |
An Investigation into the Relationship Between Participation in Competitive Forensics and Standardized Test Scores, by Tammie L. Peters |
resources |
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2016-08-09 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - Declamation - Blank |
Download a sample comment sheet for Declamation. Use this sheet to learn how to judge Declamation (DEC). |
resources |
declamation |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
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Sample Ballot - Declamation - Comments |
Download a sample comment sheet for Declamation. Download this document to view and understand what a ballot for Declamation (DEC) may look like when completed. |
resources |
declamation |
2016-05-27 |
Free |
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