Let's Learn Beginner Debate (Small Group)

Join this engaging, discussion-based debate club where learners develop confidence in expressing ideas, building arguments, and speaking persuasively. In this ongoing course, students will explore a range of scientific and real-world topics while learning how to organise, prepare, and deliver clear, evidence-based arguments. Debating helps children develop critical thinking, communication, and active listening skills. Learners will be encouraged to question ideas, consider different perspectives, and respectfully agree or disagree while supporting their opinions with reasons and examples. This course also supports self-confidence, collaboration, and the ability to think independently. Each session focuses on a new topic, giving learners the opportunity to research, discuss, and present their views in a supportive environment. Students will learn key debate skills such as structuring arguments, using evidence, listening to others, and responding thoughtfully. Key Features: ✅ Weekly debate topics focused on science and real-world issues ✅ Builds critical thinking and reasoning skills ✅ Develops persuasive speaking and structured argumentation ✅ Encourages respectful discussion and active listening ✅ Supports confidence, self-expression, and communication skills ✅ Opportunities to share personal opinions and evidence-based ideas ✅ Small group setting for interaction, feedback, and support Learning Outcomes: 👉 Develop the ability to form clear, structured arguments 👉 Improve confidence in speaking and expressing opinions 👉 Learn to support ideas with evidence and reasoning 👉 Strengthen critical listening and response skills 👉 Understand how to consider multiple perspectives 👉 Build respectful discussion and disagreement skills 👉 Enhance research, thinking, and communication abilities What We’ll Cover: Each week, learners will explore and debate a different topic, including: Science and society topics such as intelligence, medicine, nutrition, cloning, and global warming Lifestyle and ethics topics such as veganism, fast food, obesity, and living in cities Education and development topics such as homework, school uniforms, college, and learning languages Technology and modern issues such as video games, hacking, and online friendships Philosophical and discussion-based topics such as perfection, getting older, life in space, and “know everything vs know nothing” Social and global issues such as population, poverty and health, age restrictions, and animal welfare Who It’s For: Learners who are curious, enjoy discussing ideas, and want to build confidence in speaking and critical thinking. Ideal for beginners who are new to debating or who want to improve their ability to express opinions, listen actively, and engage in respectful discussions.