Asian Schools Debate Championship
Encyclopedia
The Asian Schools Debate Championship, commonly coined as ASDC, is a debate tournament in the Asian Region
organized and founded by the La Salle Debate Society (LSDS) of De La Salle University
.
The first ASDC was held in 2009 at the De La Salle University
campus. In 2010, the tournament was held in the same location. Hosted by Daewon Foreign Language High School
, the 2011 Edition of ASDC will be held at Ewha Womans University
in Seoul, Republic of Korea on July 22-28 ,2011
With participants from over 10 countries, the third Asian Schools Debate Championship provides youths of Asia a chance to develop their potentials in debate. The gathering of qualified talents from Asia not only allows for heat competition but also creates an opportunity for participants to share and learn diverse cultures. In doing so, this debate tournament aims to encourage exchange of ideas and interactions among Asian youth for the creation of a "debate community" in the Asia region.
Led by the South Korean national representative debater of ASDC 2010, Yoo,Jiwon, numerous students in the Republic of Korea with great interests in debate have gathered to host this tournament in Seoul. It is expected that with the participation of youths from countries all over Asia such as Bangladesh, Indonesia, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Thailand, this tournament will invite a much more diverse pool of participants with different national backgrounds than those held before.
By providing workshops for those who wish to learn and experience more about debate, ASDC 2011 allows for all students interested in debate to get a taste of higher-class debate
The ASDC also has an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) final. The EFL final is reserved for teams whose members do not use English as a primary medium.
Right now, the Korean ASDC convening committee consisting of current and graduated high school students is working hard to lower the costs of participants and provide the an amazing opportunity.
Names in italics signify Finals Best Speakers.
Asia
Asia is the world's largest and most populous continent, located primarily in the eastern and northern hemispheres. It covers 8.7% of the Earth's total surface area and with approximately 3.879 billion people, it hosts 60% of the world's current human population...
organized and founded by the La Salle Debate Society (LSDS) of De La Salle University
De La Salle University
De La Salle University is a private Lasallian university in Malate, Manila, Philippines. It was founded in 1911 by De La Salle Brothers as the De La Salle College in Paco, Manila with Blimond Pierre serving as its first director...
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The first ASDC was held in 2009 at the De La Salle University
De La Salle University
De La Salle University is a private Lasallian university in Malate, Manila, Philippines. It was founded in 1911 by De La Salle Brothers as the De La Salle College in Paco, Manila with Blimond Pierre serving as its first director...
campus. In 2010, the tournament was held in the same location. Hosted by Daewon Foreign Language High School
Daewon Foreign Language High School
Located in Seoul, Daewon Foreign Language High School is one of the most prestigious private preparatory high schools in South Korea...
, the 2011 Edition of ASDC will be held at Ewha Womans University
Ewha Womans University
Ewha Womans University is a private women's university in central Seoul, South Korea. It is one of the city's largest institutions of higher learning and currently the world's largest female educational institute. It is one of the best-known universities in South Korea, and often considered to...
in Seoul, Republic of Korea on July 22-28 ,2011
With participants from over 10 countries, the third Asian Schools Debate Championship provides youths of Asia a chance to develop their potentials in debate. The gathering of qualified talents from Asia not only allows for heat competition but also creates an opportunity for participants to share and learn diverse cultures. In doing so, this debate tournament aims to encourage exchange of ideas and interactions among Asian youth for the creation of a "debate community" in the Asia region.
Led by the South Korean national representative debater of ASDC 2010, Yoo,Jiwon, numerous students in the Republic of Korea with great interests in debate have gathered to host this tournament in Seoul. It is expected that with the participation of youths from countries all over Asia such as Bangladesh, Indonesia, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Thailand, this tournament will invite a much more diverse pool of participants with different national backgrounds than those held before.
By providing workshops for those who wish to learn and experience more about debate, ASDC 2011 allows for all students interested in debate to get a taste of higher-class debate
Aims
ASDC aims:- To HONE the potentials of the Asian youth and unleash their talents;
- To INCULCATE the value of critical thinking and awareness to the future leaders of Asia;
- To PROVIDE an avenue for academic discourse and cultural exchange amongst the youth;
- To CONTRIBUTE to the social, cultural and intellectual growth of the Asia’s young generations;
Tournament Format
ASDC uses the Asian Parliamentary debate format. It is a 3-on-3 parliamentary debate style that was founded in 1994 in University of Tasmania, Hobart, Australia. There is a separate novice division and Public Speaking Category in the tournament although considerable concern was raised during ASDC 2009 over inappropriate topics.The ASDC also has an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) final. The EFL final is reserved for teams whose members do not use English as a primary medium.
ASDC Organization
After the 2 competitions in 2009 and 2010, both held in De La Salle University of Philippines, the Asian Schools Debate Council elected Seoul, South Korea to host the third ASDC.ASDC2011 Seoul
The 3rd ASDC is to be held in the campus of Ewha University, Seoul, South Korea, from July 22nd to July 28th. More than 300 High school students from over 10 different countries and experienced judges are gathering in Seoul Korea for not only a fantastic discussion experience, but also for new acquaintances and a cultural experience.Right now, the Korean ASDC convening committee consisting of current and graduated high school students is working hard to lower the costs of participants and provide the an amazing opportunity.
Champions and Grand Finalists
| Year | Champion | Grand Finalist | Champion Team Members | Grand Finalists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | PAREF Southridge School PAREF Southridge School The PAREF Southridge School, also known simply as Southridge, is a private school for boys in Hillsborough, Muntinlupa City, Philippines. It was a set up by the Parents for Education Foundation , a group of parents who aims to provide an education geared towards the total development of children... 1 |
Xavier School Xavier School Not to be confused with Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan.Xavier School , located in San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines, is a private Catholic college preparatory school for boys run by the Society of Jesus' Philippine Province... 1 |
Marty Gonzaga, RJ Lim, Justin Jabines | Kevin Kho, Vito Borromeo, Martin Qui |
| 2010 | Ateneo de Manila High School 2 | Daewon Foreign Language High School Daewon Foreign Language High School Located in Seoul, Daewon Foreign Language High School is one of the most prestigious private preparatory high schools in South Korea... 1 |
Vincent Soriano, Javier Pablo, Anton Sison | Jeewon Yoo, Joonpyo Sohn, Min Chul Cho |
| 2011 | Daewon Foreign Language High School Daewon Foreign Language High School Located in Seoul, Daewon Foreign Language High School is one of the most prestigious private preparatory high schools in South Korea... 2 |
Xavier School Xavier School Not to be confused with Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan.Xavier School , located in San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines, is a private Catholic college preparatory school for boys run by the Society of Jesus' Philippine Province... 1 |
Saemi Han, Jae Hyun Yoo, Jongho Lee | Nico Flaminiano, Raynard Lao, Donald Felbaum |
Names in italics signify Finals Best Speakers.
Chief Adjudicators and Adjudicator Core
| Year | Chief Adjudicator | Deputy Chief Adjudicators |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Estelle Osorio | Ang Wee Jian (Singapore), Adrian Rabe (Philippines), Sani Ismail (Malaysia) |
| 2010 | Carlito Reyes II | Sadhana Rai (Singapore), Skanda Prasad (India), Meor Alif (Malaysia), Zheng Bo (China) |
| 2011 | Dohhee Roh | Kip Oebanda (Philippines), Robin Teo (Singapore), Raihan Rumman (Bangladesh) |
Best Speakers
| Year | Overall Best Speaker | EFL Best Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Song, Youjin & Kwon, Do Hyeong (tie, both from Daewon Foreign Language High School Daewon Foreign Language High School Located in Seoul, Daewon Foreign Language High School is one of the most prestigious private preparatory high schools in South Korea... , Korea) |
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| 2010 | Yoo, Jeewon (from Daewon Foreign Language High School Daewon Foreign Language High School Located in Seoul, Daewon Foreign Language High School is one of the most prestigious private preparatory high schools in South Korea... , Korea) |
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| 2011 | Kim, Chan Keun (from Hankuk Academy of Foreign Studies Hankuk Academy of Foreign Studies Hankuk Academy of Foreign Studies or HAFS is a private boarding school located in the northern part of Yongin, South Korea.- Founding :... , Korea) |
Public Speaking
| Year | Public Speaking Champion |
|---|---|
| 2009 | Prakash Sanker (from South Island School South Island School South Island School is an international school founded by the English Schools Foundation of Hong Kong, located at 50 Nam Fung Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong... ) |
| 2010 | Juan Carlos Natividad (from Claret School of Quezon City Claret School of Quezon City The Claret School of Quezon City is a Catholic school for boys run by the Claretian Missionaries and established in June 1967. It was named after its patron saint, St. Anthony Mary Claret, who founded the Congregation of Missionary Sons of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. It is located at Mahinhin... ) |
| 2011 | Min Chul Cho (from Daewon Foreign Language High School Daewon Foreign Language High School Located in Seoul, Daewon Foreign Language High School is one of the most prestigious private preparatory high schools in South Korea... ) |