Opportunity brief
About the Event
Challenge your critical thinking, technical knowledge, and public speaking skills in a competitive debate on technology and society. Debate motions covering topics such as artificial intelligence, digital privacy, automation, the future of work, and emerging technologies.
Participants will be judged on the strength and clarity of their arguments, use of evidence, rebuttal skills, logical structure, and delivery. Motions and team positions will be announced on the day, so participants must be prepared to argue either side. Think critically, defend your position, challenge opposing arguments, and make your case!
Guidelines
- Eligibility: Open to students from any college.
- Team Formation: Each team must consist of exactly 2 participants.
- Identity Verification: A valid college ID card is mandatory.
- Debate Format: Each round features a Proposition team arguing in favor of the motion and an Opposition team arguing against it.
- Topics: Motions will cover technology and society, including AI, privacy, automation, the future of work, and other relevant topics.
- Preparation: Motions and sides will be assigned on the day, with a short preparation period before each round.
- Judging Criteria: Teams will be evaluated on argument quality, evidence, rebuttals, logical structure, and delivery.
Event Schedule
- 11:00 AM – 11:20 AM: Reporting and briefing.
- 11:20 AM – 12:50 PM: Preliminary rounds.
- 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM: Final debate.
- 1:45 PM – 2:00 PM: Results announcement.
Rules
- Debate Format: Each round will feature a Proposition team and an Opposition team. Speakers must adhere to the designated time slots for opening arguments, rebuttals, and closing statements.
- Motion Allocation: Motions and sides will be assigned by the organizers on the day of the event. Teams must be prepared to argue either in favor of or against a motion.
- Preparation Time: Teams will receive limited preparation time before each round. Participants must work within the allotted time.
- Judging: Performance will be assessed based on argument quality, evidence, rebuttals, logical structure, and delivery.
- Time Limits: Speakers must finish their arguments within the time allocated by the organizers.
- Respectful Conduct: Participants must maintain professional and respectful behavior throughout the debate. Personal attacks, harassment, or disrespectful conduct may result in disqualification.
- Fair Play: Teams must follow the instructions provided by the organizers and judges.
- Final Decisions: Judges' decisions regarding scoring, results, and disputes will be final.