Curated OER
Opening Statements (Timed Writing) Model Lesson Plan
Students review purpose and timing of opening statements in mock trials, discuss particulars of what should be included in opening statements, and write individual opening statements based on facts of their case.
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Grinnell College: Reblesky: Debate Guidelines
This set of debate guidelines includes information on debate format as well as preparing for a debate. It uses a computer science class debate prompt.
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Debate Central: Learn About Debating
This web site has debate information on how to debate, how to judge, how to coach, how to be a better speaker and how to research.
Lectric Law Library
'Lectric Law Library: Opening Statement
This site gives an overview of the opening statement, which takes place at the begining of a trial.