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Former nationally competitive policy debater and coach
- In high school, I was a successful policy debater on the national level during the Oceans, China, Education and Surveillance topics. - I taught policy debate for three years at the Washington Urban Debate League summer...
- In high school, I was a successful policy debater on the national level during the Oceans, China, Education and Surveillance topics. - I taught policy debate for three years at the Washington Urban Debate League summer...

Debate Coach | JD Candidate with Strong Argumentation Skills
...effectively under pressure. I help students develop confidence in public speaking, critical thinking, and organizing persuasive debates. My approach focuses on logic, evidence-based reasoning, and helping students articulate their ideas in a clear and compelling...
...effectively under pressure. I help students develop confidence in public speaking, critical thinking, and organizing persuasive debates. My approach focuses on logic, evidence-based reasoning, and helping students articulate their ideas in a clear and compelling...

Experienced Tutor and Policy Debate Coach with 6+ Years Experience
Seasoned tutor with over six years of experience, as well as several years experience coaching and judging policy debate at the collegiate level. Former collegiate varsity policy debate competitor and National Debate...
Seasoned tutor with over six years of experience, as well as several years experience coaching and judging policy debate at the collegiate level. Former collegiate varsity policy debate competitor and National Debate...

English and Composition Instructor and Tutor
I have participated in multiple debates, both at the high school and the college level. I also have experience assisting students in public speaking, which is a crucial debate skill. I can assist with finding the weak spots in an...
I have participated in multiple debates, both at the high school and the college level. I also have experience assisting students in public speaking, which is a crucial debate skill. I can assist with finding the weak spots in an...
Marie was so amazing at breaking down every portion of the assignment. I admire that she did not judge me or make me feel bad for asking questions and not knowing a few things. Will definitely continue my tutoring with Marie! - Cree, 5 lessons with Marie

Former Training Director at UChicago's national debate team
I was a member of UChicago's national debate team for three years and placed at tournaments in Washington DC, North Carolina, and New England. I was also a Training Director during my third and final year on the team, and am familiar...
I was a member of UChicago's national debate team for three years and placed at tournaments in Washington DC, North Carolina, and New England. I was also a Training Director during my third and final year on the team, and am familiar...

Experienced Debate/Logic, Competitive Speaking & Argumentation Coach
I have several years of experience coaching competitive Mock Trial and academic debates/competitive presentations at both the middle school, high school, and college levels. My expertise includes teaching argument structure, logic...
I have several years of experience coaching competitive Mock Trial and academic debates/competitive presentations at both the middle school, high school, and college levels. My expertise includes teaching argument structure, logic...

3+ Years of Tutoring Lincoln-Douglas Debate
...speeches, and organized events for the organization’s members. My background also includes competing in Lincoln-Douglas debate, where I sharpened my critical thinking, persuasive writing, and public speaking abilities through structured argumentation...
...speeches, and organized events for the organization’s members. My background also includes competing in Lincoln-Douglas debate, where I sharpened my critical thinking, persuasive writing, and public speaking abilities through structured argumentation...
I cannot recommend Faith R. enough! She was an incredible help in preparing me for my dissertation defense presentation. Not only is she extremely nice and knowledgeable, but she also provided excellent feedback that helped me ref... - Carmen, 2 lessons with Faith

Speech, Debate & Delivering Champions – From Novice to National Stage
I earned a full scholarship to Western Kentucky University, home to the #1 collegiate speech and debate team in the U.S. I competed in both Parliamentary Debate and Lincoln-Douglas Debate, earning multiple top 16 national...
I earned a full scholarship to Western Kentucky University, home to the #1 collegiate speech and debate team in the U.S. I competed in both Parliamentary Debate and Lincoln-Douglas Debate, earning multiple top 16 national...
Adam was a fantastic resource for my interview prep. It was clear from our sessions that his background in public speaking, communication coaching, and speech and debate really came through. His approach of asking insightful quest... - Richard, 2 lessons with Adam

Former High School Debate Coach & UCLA Collegiate Debater
I bring both competitive and coaching experience to debate instruction, having competed on the UCLA Speech and Debate Team and later serving as Head Debate Coach for high school students in San Francisco. I trained and...
I bring both competitive and coaching experience to debate instruction, having competed on the UCLA Speech and Debate Team and later serving as Head Debate Coach for high school students in San Francisco. I trained and...
I really like Coach Jason’s class. His philosophy is exactly what I believe in—kids should be learning to think for themselves and focus on long-term growth, not just chasing quick wins in competitions. At my child’s current de... - Jia, 24 lessons with Jason

Top Yale Grad; Award-Winning Lincoln Douglas Debate Coach
My 10+ years of coaching experience includes 7 years of teaching speech & debate as a formal subject. My NSDA specialties are Lincoln Douglas debate (I debated LD all four years of high school) and Original Oratory....
My 10+ years of coaching experience includes 7 years of teaching speech & debate as a formal subject. My NSDA specialties are Lincoln Douglas debate (I debated LD all four years of high school) and Original Oratory....
Jonathan is a nice teacher who is knowledgeable, kind, and friendly. He has a nature affinity to communicate with students and has a positive influence for them. He has enrich experience to coach debate, from there students can be... - Nancy, 5 lessons with Jonathan

Excellent at designing impenetrable arguments
I engaged in debate competitions in high school and college, and won an inter-collegiate Ivy League championship.
I engaged in debate competitions in high school and college, and won an inter-collegiate Ivy League championship.

Debate Coach Specializing in Competitive Success
In addition to general debate skills, I have taught students in LD Debate, Public Forum Debate, Congressional Debate, Pro Con Challenge, Parliamentary Debate, and World Schools Debate. My students have reached...
In addition to general debate skills, I have taught students in LD Debate, Public Forum Debate, Congressional Debate, Pro Con Challenge, Parliamentary Debate, and World Schools Debate. My students have reached...
Alex has been coaching my daughter for close to a year her Debate school has improved dramatically since the start. Alex is friendly patient and very knowledgeable. In addition he is always very very responsive to scheduling chang... - Yimei, 6 lessons with Alex

Former debate competitor, debate coach, and CX judge
I competed in CX debate for 4 years and was awarded the Golden Gavel award for top speaker in 2009. I have experience as a competitor, coach, and judge. I can help you to gather data to support your arguments, craft canned arguments, and...
I competed in CX debate for 4 years and was awarded the Golden Gavel award for top speaker in 2009. I have experience as a competitor, coach, and judge. I can help you to gather data to support your arguments, craft canned arguments, and...
Erin is extremely kind and understanding in addition to being an amazing teacher. She has assisted me in writing several papers and has helped me improve my writing skills tremendously. - Lauren, 124 lessons with Erin

Experienced coach L-D, PF, Congress
I have taught, coached, and judged debate for decades. Although I did Policy, I now specialize in L-D and PF, as well as Congress. Moreover, I coach Extemp and other speech events.
I have taught, coached, and judged debate for decades. Although I did Policy, I now specialize in L-D and PF, as well as Congress. Moreover, I coach Extemp and other speech events.
Great instructor! Bob is excellent with with my son. He is very good at explaining things that are taught for the SAT and really digging into the details or learning proper English skills. I would recommend him for anyone wanting... - Luke, 11 lessons with Bob

Experienced Debate Coach | Public Speaking & Argumentation Expert
I have extensive experience coaching students in debate, public speaking, and argument development. I specialize in teaching persuasive techniques, critical thinking, and how to structure compelling, well-supported arguments. Whether...
I have extensive experience coaching students in debate, public speaking, and argument development. I specialize in teaching persuasive techniques, critical thinking, and how to structure compelling, well-supported arguments. Whether...
This review is way overdue, but I had to share how amazing Dr. Dave is! I worked with him for help on a really difficult statistics assignment in my political science class, and he was an absolute game-changer. I had tried working... - Iva, 2 lessons with David F.

Collegiate Speech & Debate gold medalist
I was captain of Santa Monica College's speech and debate team for one semester before transferring to Columbia. Currently, I coach the LD debate club at a charter high school in South Texas. Debate is my favorite...
I was captain of Santa Monica College's speech and debate team for one semester before transferring to Columbia. Currently, I coach the LD debate club at a charter high school in South Texas. Debate is my favorite...

Attorney with a strong foundation in logical analysis & argumentation
...and confident delivery. I also bring expertise in logical reasoning, rebuttal strategies, and real-world advocacy, making debate skills practical, engaging, and easy to master....
...and confident delivery. I also bring expertise in logical reasoning, rebuttal strategies, and real-world advocacy, making debate skills practical, engaging, and easy to master....
Lori has been incredibly helpful to me in my law and business class. She explains concepts very clearly and provides great examples to help contextualise things. She helped me very much with a writing assignment. Lori spent time d... - Virginia, 4 lessons with Lori

Debate is the Lifeblood of Democracy
Most of my experience in debate has been in the public sector and this country has three levels of government (federal, state and local), all of which I have been involved in. Most of my tenure has been in local government, where I...
Most of my experience in debate has been in the public sector and this country has three levels of government (federal, state and local), all of which I have been involved in. Most of my tenure has been in local government, where I...
"Ray provided me with exceptional guidance and simplified every obstacle I encountered during my assignments. He was extremely supportive and instilled a great sense of accomplishment in my work. I highly recommend his services to... - Lina , 8 lessons with Ray

Speech and Debate Coach with 20+ years of experience
I have been involved in speech and debate for 20 years as a coach and competitor. I have competition experience in high school and college, and have coached successful students/programs in both areas. My main focus is limited prep...
I have been involved in speech and debate for 20 years as a coach and competitor. I have competition experience in high school and college, and have coached successful students/programs in both areas. My main focus is limited prep...
Andrew was able to speak well at the level of my 13 yo daughter. They talked about you strengths and weaknesses with understanding what's the overall goal in mind. He was able to discuss with her what fundamentals will need to be ... - G, 32 lessons with Andrew

Collegiate Debater with 4+ Years of Teaching Experience
I have competitively debated for 8 years, across four styles of debate. I've consistently broken to deep out-rounds at collegiate parliamentary debate tournaments. I've been coaching debate for 4+ years, with...
I have competitively debated for 8 years, across four styles of debate. I've consistently broken to deep out-rounds at collegiate parliamentary debate tournaments. I've been coaching debate for 4+ years, with...
Gave me a very thorough and easy to follow understanding of the basics. I would highly recommend her to anyone wanting to improve their debate skills. She is great with beginners but I suspect she would be even better with student... - Kate

Master the Art of Debate with an Expert Tutor
With a background as a clinical social worker, I bring a unique understanding of communication dynamics and critical thinking to our sessions. Combined with over four years of dedicated tutoring experience, I'll teach you how to structure...
With a background as a clinical social worker, I bring a unique understanding of communication dynamics and critical thinking to our sessions. Combined with over four years of dedicated tutoring experience, I'll teach you how to structure...
He was the best fit for my daughter-he listen carefully and explain in such crafted style makes the difficult subject very east to understand. I had hundreds of tutors for my daughter almost all are good, but Jeremy exceptionally... - Yeshitila , 10 lessons with Jeremy

Debate & Communication Coach (Competitive Debate, PhD Student)
I specialize in helping students become stronger public speakers and debaters by focusing on argument structure, clarity, persuasion, and confidence under pressure. My approach draws from both competitive debate experience and...
I specialize in helping students become stronger public speakers and debaters by focusing on argument structure, clarity, persuasion, and confidence under pressure. My approach draws from both competitive debate experience and...

Wrote a logic textbook in 2007
I have taught logic and coached debate for years. I have taught courses on free speech and harm, as well as the ideals of practical debate. I encourage my debaters to offer good-faith arguments and reasonable rebuttals that...
I have taught logic and coached debate for years. I have taught courses on free speech and harm, as well as the ideals of practical debate. I encourage my debaters to offer good-faith arguments and reasonable rebuttals that...

Debate Tutor for 3+ years
I participated in debate competitions, won local competitions, and tutored debate for 3+ years. I debated in local and regional competitions, and led my debate team to regional debate.
I participated in debate competitions, won local competitions, and tutored debate for 3+ years. I debated in local and regional competitions, and led my debate team to regional debate.

Debate & Argumentation: Build Stronger Arguments and Speak Confidently
As an educator with a strong academic and research background, I have experience helping students develop the critical thinking, research, and communication skills that are essential for debate. I can help students learn how to analyze a...
As an educator with a strong academic and research background, I have experience helping students develop the critical thinking, research, and communication skills that are essential for debate. I can help students learn how to analyze a...
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A debate is a structured, formal discussion where individuals or teams argue opposing viewpoints on a specific topic, using logical reasoning, evidence, and persuasive speaking to influence an audience or judges. Debates can range from informal classroom exercises to formal competitions with rules, moderated arguments, and defined speaking turns. Engaging in debates helps students improve critical thinking, empathy, reasoning, and the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas.
Through Wyzant, learners gain access to expert debate tutors who can guide them through structuring arguments, practicing delivery, understanding opposing perspectives, and refining public speaking skills. One-on-one sessions allow students to build confidence, explore different debating techniques, and apply materials in real-time practice. With personalized instruction, debating becomes an accessible and enjoyable learning experience that empowers students to think critically, communicate effectively, and excel in speaking contests or classroom discussions.
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