ISSDL 1.0 DEBATE MOTIONS
Resolved: Parents should not choose their children’s careers. Resolved: Schools should prioritize funding for intellectual,…
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ISSDL 1.0 Public Speaking Tasks
Task: In 3 minutes, Pitch a commercial product of your choice to a consortium of…
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The Power of a Well-Told Story
There is immense power in a story—whether shared through words, actions, or emotions, every story…
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What Makes Up a Story
Introduction / Exposition Introduces the setting, main characters, and initial conflict. Provides background information to…
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Types of Conflict in Stories: 6 Conflicts That Power Great Stories
Conflict is an essential element in storytelling, creating tension and driving character development. There are…
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The Power of Vivid Description, Imagery, and Compelling Language in Storytelling
Storytelling is an art form that relies heavily on the power of language to transport…
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How Speakers Spark Different Emotions
Storytellers use a variety of techniques to evoke different emotions in their audience. These emotions…
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Video Resources for the Heartfelt Monologues
Movies: Robin Williams – Good Will Hunting ("It's not your fault.") Viola Davis – Fences…
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Pitching 101: Types of Pitches and How to Deliver Them
Elevator Pitch – A 30-60 second summary of an idea, used in casual or networkingsituations.…
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The Persuasive Architecture of Steve Jobs’ iPhone Product Launch Speech: A Meta-Analysis
Every product launch strives to capture the world's attention, but few achieve the seismic impact…
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