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It might be interesting to try a simple dry run just to work out the kinks. The topic could be something like "Kids in high school should be allowed to bring smart phones to into class". Format can be a simple Affirmative person presents the argument, Dissenter refutes. Dissenter presents argument, Affirmative refutes, 500 word max for each phase. Judging criteria is based on strength of argument (debater's knowledge of topic, strength of evidence, preparation for possible refutation, etc.), strength of refutation (ability to find flaws in argument, relevance of refutation to argument, etc.), and structure/style (A-R-E argumentation format, clarity of position, logical cohesion, organization, etc.)
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