In relation to this previous post on a study from 1994 on coaching debate and raising children, I thought I might post some other studies that deserve revisiting. This post refers to a study done by Pamela Stepp, former Director of Forensics at Cornell University, the results of which were published in an article in the [...]
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Yet another reason to support your local speech and debate program! A recent study of 100 female executives in Southern California (not the most representative sample perhaps, but this could be impetus for a study of former participants in speech and debate) showed that public speaking skills were considered the MOST important factor determining professional [...]
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A few things I have read this week have resonated with me, making me recognize some things about the discussion of women in debate that is constantly being replayed within the intercollegiate policy debate community. I thought I would take this opportunity to share them. I’m not sure they will help to solve any problems, [...]
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