Volunteer Resources
General Resources for Volunteers
2022-2023 Volunteer Judge Guide: written summary and companion guide to New Judge Training
English Speech Order Guide | Spanish Speech Order Guide: a one-page overview of the order, purpose, and timing of speeches
Guide to Flowing: a guide to taking more effective notes while judging
New Judge Training: 30 minute video for first-time judges or for those who’d like a refresher
Quick Review Judge Training: 15 minute video for BDL alumni, current debaters, and returning BDL judges
Topic Resources
2022-2023 Topic Summary Sheet: a BDL overview of this year’s topic, emerging technologies
Additional Judge Resources
MyBDL.org: videos on disadvantages, counterplans, topicality, and more
Go Fight Win: videos on everything from introductory to advanced topics
Dr. Debate: videos on beginner through advanced strategy and arguments
Resources for Virtual Tournaments
Events scheduled as in-person may be held virtually following guidance from the CDC and Boston Public Schools. Below are some resources to guide you in the case of this event.
Written Guide to Navigating Virtual Tournaments: instructions for accessing the tournament using Yaatly, completing your ballot using Tabroom.com, and getting help
Screencast: Navigating Virtual Tournaments: video instructions for accessing the tournament using Yaatly and completing your ballot using Tabroom.com