Language & Expression

Debating

Building persuasive arguments, critical thinking and confident delivery

Each class
60 minutes
Term
10 sessions

Debating develops critical thinking, persuasive communication and the confidence to speak under pressure. Our small-group classes focus on argument structure, evidence, rebuttal, questioning and strategic thinking.

Students learn through hands-on debate practice, taking on different roles, responding to opposing arguments and participating in regular mock debates. The small-group format ensures every student has the opportunity to speak, challenge ideas and receive individual feedback.

Through collaborations with university debating clubs, students gain exposure to experienced debaters, workshops and real debating environments, with opportunities to participate in debate competitions and practical events throughout the year.

  • Small-group training & hands-on debate practice
  • University club collaborations & competitions

A term contains

What you actually do

  • Argument structure
  • Evidence and rebuttal
  • Questioning and strategic thinking
  • Mock debates, and speaking to a role
  • University debating club workshops
  • Debate competitions and practical events

Questions

Before you write

How long is each Debating class?
60 minutes, at Mirror Arts Education in Surrey Hills and Glen Waverley.