What is a debate?

 

In general we can say that a "debate" is a formal discussion between two or more people who express their ideas and opinions about a specific topic, with the goal of persuading others and reaching a conclusion. It often follows a structured format with each side presenting their arguments and counterarguments.

Watch next videos to have a better understanding

Video taken from: Areej Tayyem (2020) ESL Debate [video]  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-nbZXVnlHw&t=38s&ab_channel=AreejTayyem

Debating skills 

Taken from: HUB Scuola (2021) Debating skills [video] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TSkkxu8on0&t=155s&ab_channel=HUBScuola