Debating: News Stories, Persuasive Speeches and a Debate App

Nov 9, 2026 | Newsletter, Public Speaking

The debating cohort have been practising their public speaking and persuasive language skills, conducting debates on different topics. They have also researched and presented news stories. As always, the focus is not only on speaking but also on listening.

The students have been fortunate to have the opportunity to learn from Mr McFadyen, who used the app he developed himself to invigilate a debate in class. The students are embracing the classes wholeheartedly, sharing their insights and differences of opinion on debate-worthy topics in a respectful and measured way.

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