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Pre-Tournament Workshops

PRE-TOURNAMENT WORKSHOPS

• We are pleased to offer two workshops prior to the start of rounds on Friday (one with a debate focus and one with an IE focus – so something for everyone!)
• Workshops will take place in TJ Day Hall from 9:00-9:50am on Friday, November 15
• Both of the presenters have agreed to make their workshops available via ZOOM as well

WORKSHOP TITLES AND INFORMATION

Speech from the Judge's Perspective

·      Facilitator: Alex Brehm, Lower Columbia College

·      Time & Location: Friday 9-9:50am in TJ Day 219

·      Description: This session will invite students to step outside of their competitor mindset and consider what it's like to judge all eleven AFA/NFA speech events. We'll take a variety of perspectives, ranging from the forensics insider to the mythical lay judge. The end goal of this session is to identify strategies to better appeal to a wide range of judges in these challenging categories.

·      Zoom link (for virtual participants): https://linfielduniversity.zoom.us/j/92368015866

Debate Excellence in an Online World: How to Maximize Persuasion on Yaatly and Beyond

·      Facilitator: Kyle Sessions, Willamette University

·      Time & Location: Friday 9-9:50am in TJ Day 222

·      Description: Debating online is an important part of the current system of collegiate competition.  It serves as an equitable expansion of access for students around the world to connect in debates. However, online debate remains a communication activity that requires persuasion and professional presentation. This workshop explores “digital excellence” or ways to debate online in a way that enhances the uniqueness of the format. Join us for a discussion about how to persuade people online and appear prepared and confident on camera. 

·      Zoom link (for virtual participants): https://linfielduniversity.zoom.us/j/97686282987