Bixby Middle School Invitational

2021 — NSDA Campus, OK/US

Public Forum Debate

Abbreviation PF
Format Debate
Topic:
NSDA PF Apr
Resolved: The benefits of the International Monetary Fund outweigh the harms.
Entry Fee $12.00
Entry 2 competitors per entry

Event Description:

As a team event, students who compete in Public Forum need to be able to work well with a partner. Balanced teams, both in terms of preparation before debates and contributions within a debate, helps provide a competitive advantage during tournaments. PF is the newest form of debate in the Association and looks at current event topics. Students who do Public Forum must be prepared to debate in front of judges without any formal debate training. Being able to persuade a range of judges is a central component to this event. Additionally, PF is focused upon debating varying resolutions that change frequently, which exposes students to a variety of topics during a singular competitive season.