Debating on Zoom
Debating encourages critical thinking, a clear writing style for essays and confidence in public speaking.
Location
Online
Agenda
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Debating on Zoom
5:30 PM - 5:40 PM
Welcome, introductions and Icebreaker
5:40 PM - 6:10 PM
The DEBATE
6:10 PM - 6:15 PM
RESULTS
6:15 PM - 6:20 PM
WORD OF THE WEEK
6:20 PM - 6:30 PM
Have you got any comments, riddles, jokes or observations?
About this event
'I always look forward to our weekly debating sessions on Zoom. It gives me the opportunity to challenge myself when talking about a wide variety of things, helping to improve my articulacy, a skill that I believe is very valuable. But, to be honest, I mostly come for the people I get to spend time with. I've been surprised at how much how can get to know someone without ever having met them in person! All in all, I hope to continue to attend and learn as much as possible.' Participant , aged 13.
Our debating topics cover a wide range of disciplines which can enable you to talk about things you are passionate about and develop transferable skills, including empathy, listening, and teamwork. And they have fun!
Regular agendas include: Welcome, introductions, icebreakers, THE DEBATE, the results, WORD OF THE WEEK, and finally, contributions from the participants.
GREATER LONDON YOUTH FOUNDATION
Registered Charity 1166616
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Changing minds, changing lives. We help young people to advance in life through the provision of recreational and leisure time activities. These activities improve and develop skills, esteem, confidence and capabilities to enable young people to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals.
The benefits of debating are as follows:
Improved critical thinking skills
Young people acquire better poise, speech delivery, and public speaking skills
Increased retention of information learned
Improved listening skills and increased self-confidence
Enhanced teamwork skills and collaboration with others
More confidence to stand up for the truth when a discussion is promoting falsehoods or inaccuracies
Learning better ways to state a point of view
Helping others to identify holes in their theories and developing more balanced arguments
Helping young people to structure their thoughts
Debating is lots of fun! You can get your thoughts off your chest!
Frequently asked questions
Participants range from 11 - 19 years of age.
You will learn everything you need to know when you attend regularly.
We often talk about events happening in society, such as equality issues, global warming, political issues, education, mental health, etc. Participants often suggest topics.
Everyone is a bit nervous at first. You do not have to join in until you are ready and you can put your comments in the chat.
Organised by
The Greater London Youth Foundation is a registered charity (1166616)