This unit introduces learners to the concept of debate, explaining what it is, why people debate, and how it helps in developing critical thinking and communication skills. Learners will understand the difference between formal and informal debates and the importance of respectful communication.

This unit helps learners identify and understand the different roles in a debate such as Chairperson, Proposer, Opposer, Judge, Timekeeper, and Audience. They also learn key debating terms like motion, argument, point, and conclusion through role-play and matching activities.

Learners will be guided on how to form clear and logical arguments using the “Point → Example → Explanation” model. They will learn the difference between fact and opinion and how to support their ideas with examples and reasoning.

This unit focuses on developing learners’ debating language and etiquette. Students learn polite expressions, sentence starters, and speaking skills such as voice projection, eye contact, and confident posture.

Learners will practice preparing for an actual debate by selecting topics, forming teams, writing short speeches, and rehearsing introductions and conclusions. This unit builds organization and teamwork skills.

This unit allows learners to conduct a full classroom debate, applying what they have learned in real practice. All roles are performed by students while the teacher supervises, ensuring proper time management and order.

Learners reflect on what they learned from the debate experience. They evaluate their confidence, communication, and teamwork skills using a self-assessment checklist and peer feedback.

The event ended with judge feedback, recognition of winners, and reflections that encouraged participants to strengthen their communication and critical thinking skills.