Art of Argumentation: Debating Workshop
Event Date: 29 November 2025
Theme: Understanding Debate Formats and Argument Building
Event Brief Description
The Debating and Model United Nations (MUN) Committee of the School of Law, Galgotias University organized a workshop titled “Art of Argumentation: Debating Workshop” in December 2025 with the objective of introducing students to structured debating techniques and formal debate formats. The workshop aimed to enhance students’ critical thinking, articulation, and public speaking skills through experiential learning.
During the session, students were familiarized with the format, rules, and structure of various debate styles, including Turncoat Debate, Parliamentary Debate, and Model United Nations (MUN). The resource persons explained the role of speakers, time limits, motion analysis, rebuttal strategies, and points of information across different formats.
To ensure practical understanding, live demonstrations of each debate format were conducted. Students actively participated in guided exercises, where they practiced framing arguments, delivering opening statements, rebutting opposing views, and maintaining decorum during debates. The interactive nature of the workshop encouraged student engagement and confidence-building.
The workshop provided a comprehensive foundation in formal debating and helped students understand the importance of logical reasoning, structured argumentation, and respectful discourse, thereby contributing significantly to their academic and professional development.
Event Detailed Description
The Art of Argumentation: Debating Workshop was organized by the Debating and Model United Nations (MUN) Committee of the School of Law, Galgotias University in December 2025 with the objective of strengthening students’ debating skills and familiarizing them with competitive and institutional debate formats. The workshop was designed as a hands-on learning experience to move beyond theoretical understanding and provide practical exposure to structured argumentation.
The session began with an introduction to the fundamentals of debating, including motion analysis, framing arguments, logical structuring, rebuttal techniques, and effective delivery. Students were then introduced in detail to different debate formats, namely Turncoat Debate, Parliamentary Debate, and Model United Nations (MUN). Each format was explained with emphasis on its rules, speaking order, time limits, role of speakers, and evaluation criteria.
To enhance conceptual clarity, demonstration debates were conducted for each format. These demos illustrated how arguments are presented, how rebuttals are framed, and how speakers respond under time constraints. Special attention was given to parliamentary procedures and diplomatic communication in the MUN format.
Following the demonstrations, students participated in interactive exercises, where they were divided into groups and encouraged to practice argument construction, role-playing, and spontaneous speaking. Faculty and committee members provided feedback on content, clarity, body language, and persuasive techniques.
The workshop created an engaging learning environment that encouraged students to express their views confidently while respecting opposing perspectives. It also helped students develop essential skills such as critical thinking, teamwork, leadership, and effective communication.
Overall, the workshop successfully met its objectives by equipping students with practical debating skills and fostering a culture of informed discussion and reasoned argumentation within the university.
Department Name: School of Law
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