Knights Joust Oct 13th and 14th
2017 — Highland, UT/US
Novice Congressional Debate (House & Senate)
Abbreviation
NCD
Format
Congress
Entry Fee
$4.00
Entry
1 competitors per entry
Event Description:
A simulation of the U.S. legislative process, students generate a series of bills and resolutions for debate in Congressional Debate. Debaters alternate delivering speeches for and against the topic in a group setting. An elected student serves as a presiding officer to ensure debate flows smoothly. Students are assessed on their research, argumentation, and delivery skills, as well as their knowledge and use of parliamentary procedure.