We want willing teachers who are passionate about seeing students in their school districts enhance their debate and rhetoric skills.
How to get started
Contact the Florida Debate Initiative! Our directors, Tara Tedrow and Beth Eskin will help get your team running by providing you with the necessary guidance, resources and trainings.
Contact UsHow to learn
In addition to trainings offered through the Florida Debate Initiative, there is a plethora of online resources to help get you started
- FDI Resources available below are a good place to start.
- The National Speech and Debate Association has a wealth of free online materials.
- Check out different event types for a better idea of what each entails.
Coaching Resources—
SPEECH EVENTS
- Where to Look for a Script (YouTube Video)
- How to Cut a Script (YouTube Video)
- How to Pop / Morph (YouTube Video)
- Writing an Original Oratory (PDF)
- The Unspoken Rules of Speech Rounds (Article)
- Keeping Your Voice during a Tournament (Article)