Chapter 05 · Debate 101
Constructive
Free debate lessons for kids, teens, and beginners. Build a winning opening case — pick your strongest arguments and explain them clearly.
12 lessons69:36 total
Chapter lessons
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Recap lessons are marked so you can review the chapter before moving on.
5:06Lesson 1.1
What Makes a Strong Constructive Speech? (Build a Winning Case from the Start)
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4:39Lesson 1.2
How to Introduce Your Position Clearly (Start Your Debate the Right Way)
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5:37Lesson 1.3
How to Choose Your 2–3 Strongest Arguments (Don’t Say Too Much!)
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4:37Lesson 1.4
How to Support Your Arguments with Reasons and Evidence (Make Your Case Stronger)
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5:43Lesson 1.5
Common Constructive Speech Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
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5:59RECAPLesson 1.6
Recap: Constructive Speech (How to Build a Strong Opening Case)
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5:55Lesson 2.1
How to Organize a Constructive Speech Step-by-Step (Easy Debate Blueprint)
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6:36Lesson 2.2
How to Start Your Debate Speech Strong (Clear Opening Statement Guide)
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6:32Lesson 2.3
How to Explain Your Arguments Clearly (So Judges Understand Instantly)
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5:56Lesson 2.4
How to Signpost in Debate (Make Judges Follow Every Argument Easily)
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6:02Lesson 2.5
How to End Your Constructive Speech Strong (Leave a Clear Final Impression)
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6:54RECAPLesson 2.6