Citron October Speech Invitational
2024 — Online, NY/US
Speech Paradigm List
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For speech: I view judging speech events the same way that I view casting a play or musical. I have a problem: determining who is the best competitor in the event. The competitors have the solution. Be confident. Make a choice - even if it's not a great one. Present the best of yourself and your skills in that moment. Much like theatre, I want to see a well rehearsed piece with the "illusion of the first time."
I will strive to provide you with positives and areas for improvement.
For debate, I am looking for a clear, logical argument and line of reasoning, well supported with unquestionable sources. Deliver with the skills and confidence of a speech competitor. Solid counterarguments and a good defense/response to questioning moves you ahead in the rankings.
DAVID BRIAN MUNYAO PARADIGM
Age: 23yrs
College:Beijing Institute of Technology
Current Occupancy (Student in college, or career field): Student
1. What types of debate have you participated before and how long is your debate career?
A reasonable number of debates more than 2 years
2. How do you consider fast-talking?
Am good with fast talking Provided the debaters are audible maintain clarity and are understandable speed should not affect quality of arguments.
3. How do you consider aggressiveness?
Provided its respectable and in contest we good focus on strength of your arguments rather than personal attacks
4. How do you usually determine the winner of the debate?
According to the teams ability to defend their argument with amble evidence and impacts clear articulation,logical reasoning and overall persuasiveness,how well can debaters respond to their opponents arguments and counterpoints.
5. Please specify any additional notes you want to share with debaters, including any unique preference of the debate.
-be clear and concise in your arguments and support your points with credible evidence
6. How many tournaments have you judged in the past year?
A. 0-5
7. How many notes do you take during a debate?
A. I try to take notes on everything.
8. What is the main job of the summary speech?
A. Highlight the major points of clash and show how your team won them.
Please answer the following questions based on a scale of 1-10.
9. How important is defining the topic to your decision making? 9
10. How important is frame work to your decision making? 8
11. How important is crossfire in your decision making? 7
12. How important is weighing in your decision making? 8
13. How important is persuasive speaking and non-verbal communication in your decision-making? 8
14. How fast should students speak? 7