Code of the Debater provides a practical introduction to policy debate for beginners and a quick reference for experienced debaters. Sections present background on policy debate and debate tournaments; the basics of policy debate, including how to present and attack cases, deal with stock issues and disadvantages, and develop counterplans; and the role and responsibilities of each debater. Code of the Debater also helps debaters develop important skills: speaking, cross-examining, flowing, organizing, analyzing evidence, and briefing. Sections include exercises to help users put abstract ideas into practice.
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Alfred C. Snider is the Edwin W. Lawrence Professor of Forensics at the University of Vermont. A debate coach and teacher for over 30 years, he has received numerous coaching and teaching awards. For the last 20 years he has been the director of the World Debate Institute.
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