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UVM World Debate Institute High School.Qxp PROGRAMS SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR • Policy, Public Forum and Public Debaters • High School and Middle School Students • Teachers, coaches and trainers UNIQUE FEATURES OF THE WORLD DEBATE INSTITUTE SUMMER PROGRAMS • High caliber, committed faculty with extensive experience instructing high school, college and international students • Supportive, multicultural learning environment to meet students’ individual needs • Reasonable, all-inclusive fees: all instruction, materials, extensive take home evidence sets, computer use, full library access, t-shirt, dormitory housing (select programs) • Safe, relaxing environment in Burlington, Vermont, one of America’s “most livable cities.” A four season tourist attraction, Burlington boasts incredible recreational opportunities thanks to Lake Champlain and the nearby mountains. All types of international eateries, shops, coffee houses, and entertainment are within walking distance of the campus. DEBATE SKILLS ARE SUCCESS SKILLS • Improve grades and test scores • Enhance college admission opportunities • Increase social skills and conflict resolution abilities • Develop critical thinking skills • Enhance self-esteem and academic confidence • Lead to competitive success in future competitions • Skills that student leaders really need >debate.uvm.edu/wdi “The faculty was awesome and they helped me improve in every area possible.” University of Vermont 322 S. Prospect St. Burlington, VT 05401 SAVE $75 WHEN YOU APPLY EARLY! debate.uvm.edu/wdi High School Programs–Summer 2005 >debate.uvm.edu/wdi “A boot camp for the brain and for free speech as well.” -New York Times WHAT IS THE WORLD DEBATE INSTITUTE? For over fifty years, the University of Vermont has been a center for national debate education through its summer programs. The National Debate Institute was created in 1983. Since then, the program has grown and matured. In 1997 the name was changed from “National Debate Institute” to “World Debate Institute” to reflect the increasingly international nature of attendees and the debate community. For high school students, the program has been recognized by the National Forensic League; supported by grants from Phillips Petroleum and the Open Society Institute; and chosen as one of the top four programs in the nation to act as a barometer for the direction of the upcoming year’s topic. UNIQUE PROGRAM STRUCTURE - SCHOLARSHIPS A COOPERATIVE LEARNING COMMUNITY Need-based scholarships are available. To apply, go to: The World Debate Institute summer programs are designed to meet debate.uvm.edu/wdischol.html and print out the 3 required forms: the needs of all debaters, from beginners to seasoned debate veterans. The • Applicant statement focus is on small group learning through activities instead of lectures. • Parent/guardian statement (for minors) • Coach or teacher recommendation PHILOSOPHY Knowing how to communicate your ideas in a meaningful way is Your completed application, along with these 3 forms, must be fundamental to personal and professional success in the 21st century. received by June 1, 2005. Scholarship decisions will be made on June 2, 2005. The World Debate Institute programs help students build these skills Recipients will be notified by email by June 5, 2005. If the scholarship is in an enjoyable and stimulating environment. insufficient to allow you to attend, your deposit will be refunded. DEBATE FORMATS TRANSPORTATION The World Debate Institute has focused on policy debate since 1983. Burlington is served by multiple airlines, including discount carriers JetBlue Now, new debate formats have become very popular in the last few and Independence Air. Free shuttle service will be provided to and from years. These include high school parliamentary debate, middle school the Burlington Airport on arrival and departure days, if requested. public debate, the National Forensic League's Public Forum/Controversy/ Ted Turner debate and others. Parliamentary debating is the fastest HOUSING growing debate format in the world, and almost all international Participants will be housed in a University of Vermont dormitory, with competitions for high school students use this format. These formats all males and females on separate floors. Experienced Resident Assistants focus on public speaking skills, persuasion and ease of preparation. will supervise students. High school students will have a curfew. This one week intensive prepares students to debate in these formats. Coaches may request a single room at a higher rate. Attendees should The focus is on speaking skills, argument building, audience adaptation, bring sheets, pillow case, pillow, and towel. Coin-operated laundry and refutation. Whatever format you're interested in, we have it! facilities are available in the dorms. Housing is included in the tuition. FACULTY MEALS The faculty boasts well known debate theoreticians and strategists, As an option, 3 meals per day are available for $22 daily. along with national champion debaters and coaches. Find a complete faculty list at: debate.uvm.edu/faculty.html TEACHERS, COACHES AND TRAINERS The teacher and coaching workshops will prepare educators for The Institute is directed by Professor Alfred “Tuna” Snider, one of the teaching debate, training debaters and successfully managing debaters world’s most widely recognized debate coaches and scholars. Students in competitive events. The workshops will provide substantial curricular of Professor Snider praise his caring and supportive approach, while materials, training exercises and reference materials. appreciating his ability to bring out the best in each one. MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS WILL SCHEDULE FOR A TYPICAL DAY • Room with each other View a daily schedule for each program at: debate.uvm.edu/sched.html • Receive special supervision in the dormitories INSTRUCTION • Benefit from a variety of instruction, both separately Students will attend workshops about basic communication and and with high school students on some occasions analytical skills. Instruction and events will include: • Should register for the National High School Public • Public speaking workshops with individualized and supportive instruction Debate Workshop • Case-building workshops and exercises to train students in composing advocacy messages SUMMER 2005 PROGRAMS • Refutation and analysis sessions to train students to critically evaluate and analyze the ideas and presentations of others SAVE WHEN YOU APPLY EARLY! • Skill-oriented mini-debates on topics of student interest Applications received after June 1, 2005 pay a $75 late fee. • Competitive debates to train students to compete in tournament debating Program Tuition • Public debates and public speaking events to promote HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Dates persuasion and audience adaptation skills National High School Policy Debate Workshop 7/13 - 7/26 $1,150 • Exciting activities based on diagnosed student needs and interests National High School Public Debate Workshop * 7/13 - 7/19 $ 600 (see below about college credit option) HOW TO REGISTER High School Policy Debate Distance Learning your choice $ 450 All students must register online and pay by credit card at the time of registration. Students applying for scholarships will also register * National High School Public Debate may also be taken for 2 college credits. To enroll online and make a $200 deposit towards their tuition. Please see in this option, students must first speak with a Continuing Education Advisor, Mikyung Kwon. Contact her at [email protected] or 802.656.3261. Scholarships for details on how to apply. TEACHERS, COACHES & TRAINERS GROUP DISCOUNTS Policy Debate Coaching Workshop 7/17 - 7/23 $550 Groups of 10 or more receive a discount. Call 802.656.0097 Parliamentary Debate Coaching Workshop 7/29 - 8/6 $550 for more information. International Debate Coaching Workshop 7/26 - 8/6 $700 FEES Debate Across the Curriculum Teacher Workshop 7/24 - 7/27 $250 All fees must be paid at application time EXCEPT for: Policy Debate Coaching Distance Learning your choice $450 • Groups paying by institutional purchase order The first day of each program is “arrival day”; the last day is “departure day.” • Students applying for scholarship aid will pay a $200 deposit Students should plan to arrive between 8 am and 8 pm on arrival day. Leave any time on departure day. “Working with debate big names, national champions, and best speakers was very, very inspiring and an enriching experience.” >debate.uvm.edu/wdi Think Summer U.
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