I.The benefits of debate
• Fun
• Teammates: An additional benefit of getting involved is building friendships with teammates
• Public Speaking Skills: Most people naturally avoid public speaking--debate provides a nonthreatening environment to practice these skills so that down the road when you’re called on to speak in college or on the job, you’ll have the skills necessary to do a great job.
• Analytical Skills: The ability to critically analyze a problem and propose workable solutions is invaluable.
• Research Skills: From traditional library research to the Internet, debate teaches you to become a world-class researcher
• Listening & Note taking Skills: Debate requires that you become a careful listener and good note taker.