ISDS Masterclass

ISDS Masterclasses

Details On Offered Courses

Note:

  • All our masterclasses are targeted at students aged 13-18. Overseas high school students may also register, but will need to note additional terms during registration.
  • University students may attend our knowledge-based sessions.
  • We deliberately keep the size of each masterclass small, to keep quality and attention per student high, so please book early.
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  Fully Booked: Registrations Closed  

Public Speaking Beginner Module | Series of 4 Masterclasses

Overview:
This is an introductory module to public speaking delivered over four 1:45 hour long sessions for middle school students from Grades 5 – 7. Please note that there is mandatory pre-work involved that students have to complete to get the full benefit of the lessons.

Cost per student:
Rs. 4,500/-

Deadline to Register:
31st January 2024

Feb 7th, 2024 | Wednesday
6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

Session 1:
Essential Principles of Public Speaking
  • Knowing the important elements of public speaking
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
  • Stance, clarity, and projection (online & in-person) exercises


Closed

Feb 14th, 2024 | Wednesday
6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

Session 2:
Crafting Impactful Speeches
  • Choosing the content of your speech
  • Developing a structured speech
  • Tips for prepared v. extempore speeches


Closed

Feb 21st, 2024 | Wednesday
6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

Session 3:
Delivering Impactful Speeches
  • Developing intentional gestures
  • Tailoring your voice for emotive delivery
  • Theatre exercises


Closed

Feb 28th, 2024 | Wednesday
6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

Session 4:
Practice Makes Perfect – Speech Delivery and Feedback
  • Speech delivery practice and feedback


Closed

ISDS Masterclass | Six Masterclass Sessions

Eligibility: Students in Grades 7-12
Experience: No prior experience required
Cost for individual lectures: Rs. 1,200/-
Cost for the set of 6 classes: Rs. 6,480/-

Session No.  Session Content
1/ Definitions, Models, and Set-ups
• Motion types
• Understanding the need for definitions and set-ups,
• Learning to define favourably for your side
• Setting up different debates
Date:  Sep 13th, ’23 | Wednesday
Time:  6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

– Closed –

Session No.  Session Content
2/ Building Comparative Arguments
• Generating arguments through stakeholder analysis
• Analysing arguments
• Identifying counterfactuals
• Testing for robustness
Date:  Sep 20th, ’23 | Wednesday
Time:  6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

– Closed –

Session No.  Session Content
3/ Constructing Refutations
• Identifying logical gaps
• Developing rebuttal
• Grouping and delivering rebuttal
Date:  Sep 27th, ’23 | Wednesday
Time:  6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

– Closed –

Session No.  Session Content
4/ Understanding Third Speeches
• Creating clash
• Tracking debates
• Evolving rebuttal
• Rebuilding arguments
Date:  Oct 4th, ’23 | Wednesday
Time:  6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

– Closed –

Session No.  Session Content
5/ Points of Information (POIs)
• POI rules
• Types of POIs
• Asking and answering strategies
Date:  Oct 11th, ’23 | Wednesday
Time:  6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

– Closed –

Session No.  Session Content
6/ Using Prep Time Effectively
• Prep time goals
• Dividing labour efficiently
• Taking charge during prep time
Date:  Oct 18th, ’23 | Wednesday
Time:  6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

– Closed –

Introducing National Selections 2023-24 | Free

Eligibility: Students in Grades 7-12
Experience: No prior experience required
Cost: Free

No.  Session Content
1/ • World Schools Debating Championships
• ISDS Selection Process
• WSDC Format
• Preparation Tips
• Questions
Date:  Sep 6th, ’23  |  Wednesday
Time:  6:00 PM – 7:45 PM IST

Why should you register?

  • You want to learn from the best. Our trainers are not just top speakers and coaches from around the globe. They also come from the world’s top universities and *literally* think about these topics for a living.
  • You want to become a better debater and speaker. Just because face-to-face sessions and competitions aren’t happening at present, doesn’t mean the learning has to stop. So, let’s adapt and learn together – whether you are debater, MUNner or public speaker, we’re always here for you. These sessions will help sharpen your critical thinking, allow you to approach complex topics more easily, and enable you to express your opinions more clearly and confidently.
  • You want a transformational educational experience. The knowledge you gain, and the life skills of verbal and written communication, problem solving, and teamwork will help you in your academics, and your life beyond. Plus, you get to meet and interact with diverse and passionate peers from around India and the globe.
  • You want to pay it forward: The additional skills and knowledge you gain can help you take more back to your own debate clubs and communities.
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