Workshop focuses on Lincoln Douglas debate techniques, values, and philosophy, as well as how to incorporate these into a Lincoln Douglas debate case. The Bates LD workshop provides quality instruction in argumentation and a solid background in philosophy for high school students in a small, intensive institute that de-emphasizes the negative aspects of competition. Costs are based on the length of program, which is determined by the individual coach. Now in its 26 th year, the Bates National Policy Institute provides quality instruction in argumentation and research for high school students in a small, intensive institute that de-emphasizes the negative aspects of competition. Costs are based on the length of program, which is determined by the individual coach.
Students select one event, develop a piece and participate in many critiqued rounds.
The Bates Individual Speech Events Workshop provides quality instruction in argumentation and a solid background in philosophy for high school students in a small, intensive institute that de-emphasizes the negative aspects of competition. Costs are based on the length of program, which is determined by the individual coach. Program open to student aged 15 or older to explore the acting profession. Drama teachers can benefit from the intensive program. Lincoln-Douglas Debate at the Beginning, Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Varsity levels.