Speech and Debate

“The first to present his case seems right,till another comes forward and questions him.” Proverbs 18:17

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Speech and debate can be quite intimidating or boring unless you learn it with the Art of Eloquence!  Art of Eloquence has speech and debate studies ranging from beginner to advanced levels and covers specific topics like informal debating on faith and political issues.

JoJoism#108: "Speech making is the art of making well-rehearsed, off-the-cuff statements." JoJoisms: Revealing Life's Truths...as I think of 'em! 

Studies show speech/debate skills will:

* Increase confidence and self-esteem

* Help overcome social anxiety fears

* Increase your chance of professional success as well as income

Art of Eloquence Speech and Debate Studies:

* Topics are creative and Fun! To give you an idea, just check out our "Communication FUNdamental" audio minute from Mona Tone on the right===>

* NOT intimidating, even for those who are shy because the topics are funny and many of the studies introduce speech and debate slowly

* Easy to use (or teach)

* Work well one on one or in a co op or classroom setting

* Scripturally based

* Don't spend needless time teaching research, but get right to the skills of speech and debate. 

Beginning Speech Courses:

Say What You  Mean for Kids:

Basic communication course for elementary students who are intimidated by a speech course.  Learn the basics of general communication skills while learning to prepare and give ONE speech step by step and week by week starting in week eight. Adorable graphics for extra fun for elementary students. 

Basic communication course for jr/sr high students who are intimidated by a speech course.  Learn the basics of general communication skills while learning to prepare and give ONE speech step by step and week by week starting in week eight.  Very similar to the elementary version but without the graphics and including a section on job interviews which is NOT in the elementary version. 

Preparatory or intermediate course between general communication skills and a full speech course.  This adorably creative study helps students learn to tailor their message to various audiences.  Perfect for elementary age through senior high as a preparation for learning to tailor a speech to various audiences.  Great course to take in preparation for our Say What You Mean: A Creative Speech Course. 

This is the speech course even shy kids LOVE!  Each week takes the student through a creative topic to speak on.  Every other week is a prepared speech and the alternate weeks are impromptu speeches.  This course helps your student master the art of eloquence in speech making and helps them think on their feet.  Perfect for jr/sr high students.   

teaches teens and adults how to share and defend the faith in grace and with respect.  This study shows you how to have an informal debate (casual conversation) that helps you answer the most common questions and misconceptions the world has about Christianity and Jesus.  

The Lord shares literally hundreds and hundreds of scriptures in His Word that instruct us on the use, misuse and benefits of our tongues, mouths and words. 

As we speak out and speak up for the things we believe in, we need to remember to do it in a grace-filled way, a godly way. 

I began writing articles on my blog and one day I decided to issue myself a challenge to write a communication article every day based on 21 of my favorite communication scriptures. The response to my blog series was amazing!  I covered topics in scripture from Proverbs to Psalms, Philippians, Ephesians, Isaiah, Ecclesiastes, and from 1 Peter to 2 Timothy! 

This eBook is a collection of these articles that have been updated and expanded and includes a brand NEW scripture-based communication lesson which I upload to a secret page on our site every two months or so!

 

Beginning Debate Course: 

Say What You Mean: Beginning Debate

Say What You Mean: Beginning Debate is two studies in one!  It's a full ONE YEAR study because at the end of the semester study teaching basic debating principals, we have a bonus section teaching you how to structure the second semester using our general lesson plan and a list of topics provided for you! 

The political climate in the United States is volatile.  Most political discussions are heated, but they need not be.  If you are a Christian and find yourself on the typical Christian conservative view of each issue, but aren't sure how to voice your concerns without ending up in a heated discussion, this eBook is for you! 

includes Say What You Mean: A Creative Speech Course and Say What You Mean: Beginning Debate.  These two eStudies are actually three semesters of speech communication FUN!  If your kids would rather cut off their right arm rather than face an intimidating or boring speech and debate course, THIS IS FOR YOU!