Communication Skills and Debate Insights

The video discusses the transformative power of speech and debate programs in schools. The speaker shares personal stories, highlighting how these programs helped them and others develop essential communication skills. The video emphasizes the lack of communication training in current education systems and calls for more schools to adopt speech and debate programs. It outlines various debate events and their importance in fostering critical thinking and empathy. The speaker urges educators and students to advocate for these programs, noting their potential to improve academic and life outcomes.

What was the speaker's initial experience in high school?

• He was popular and had many friends.

• He was the new kid and felt isolated.

• He immediately joined the basketball team.

• He was already familiar with speech and debate.

Who encouraged the speaker to join speech and debate?

• His basketball coach

• His parents

• Mr. Nuum, his English teacher

• His classmates

What was the speaker's initial career aspiration?

• To become a scientist

• To become a professional basketball player

• To become a teacher

• To become a lawyer

What skill did a LinkedIn survey find most lacking in new employees?

• Technical skills

• Communication skills

• Leadership skills

• Mathematical skills

What is considered humanity's greatest fear according to the speaker?

• Heights

• Public speaking

• Snakes

• Spiders

How many traditional high schools in Albuquerque offer a speech and debate program?

• All 13 schools

• None of the schools

• Seven schools

• Only one school

What is the purpose of original oratory in speech and debate?

• To entertain the audience

• To inform the audience about a topic

• To persuade the audience about a societal issue

• To recite poetry

What is the format of Lincoln Douglas debate?

• Group debate

• One-on-one debate

• Panel discussion

• Two-on-two debate

What is the main focus of policy debate?

• US government policy

• Philosophy and values

• Current events

• Literature and arts

What event will Albuquerque host in June 2020?

• A national sports tournament

• The world's largest academic competition

• A technology conference

• A music festival