This final video shows how to utilize the mastery-level techniques taught in this course to make true impacts in the world.
Mastering the Monument Method (VIDEO 3)
This third video reviews Vance Trefethen’s model for writing debate cases.
Mastering the Monument Method (BONUS VIDEO)
This bonus video follows Vance Trefethen through a research lab putting together a case from scratch. This models next week’s video on letting the research guide you.
Mastering the Monument Method (VIDEO 2)
This second video reviews the SCORRE Method for speech writing, plus gives you a template to follow when creating your objective statement.
Mastering the Monument Method (VIDEO 1)
In the first video of this course, I share with you my humble beginnings nearly 30 years ago. I then take time to explain why I get so excited over speech and debate, and I dispel seven myths I hear often for reasons people give to resist involvement. I give an overview of the rest of the week.
Easy Entry to the World of Speech and Debate (VIDEO 4)
You’ve made it to the end of EASY ENTRY! In this video, I explain the easiest pacing you can take to best prepare for your first tournament.
Easy Entry to the World of Speech and Debate (VIDEO 3)
In the previous video, I explained your “individual” options, but now I dig deeper into your “competitive” options. This brings you into the world of speech and debate events that are available to you throughout all leagues and organizations.
Easy Entry to the World of Speech and Debate (BONUS)
How valuable is speech and debate, anyway? We’ll be returning to EASY ENTRY tomorrow, but for now this bonus video interviews Tabitha Jeub. Her future’s so bright…and she credits speech and debate for it! Watch this short interview, and then ask: “How far can I go with the skills learned in speech and debate?”
Easy Entry to the World of Speech and Debate (VIDEO 2)
In the second video of this course, I explain two individual options you have to make: “school” and “league.” The first option is probably something you are already in, but it helps to identify as such. In the second I lay out your several league options available to you.
Easy Entry to the World of Speech and Debate (VIDEO 1)
In the first video of this course, I share with you my humble beginnings nearly 30 years ago. I then take time to explain why I get so excited over speech and debate, and I dispel seven myths I hear often for reasons people give to resist involvement. I give an overview of the rest of the week.