HA Webinar: Using debates to engage students, improve writing and strengthen memory
Embedding oracy in secondary history
Event Type: CPD
Takes Place: 10th February 2026
Time: 4pm-5pm
Venue: Zoom
Description: This webinar will explore how to: structure effective debates - making sure that they are inclusive and not dominated by a few students Use debates to frame a thematic study or depth study at GCSE - aiding recall and helping 'key takeaways' stick Use debates between historians to model how to argue effectively and reach criteria based judgements Use 'public' debates to create a real sense of audience and purpose, motivating students to step up a level and maintain focus Use small scale, structured debates to help students test out ideas, refine their use of language and gain feedback from peers before they write Use debates to develop effective listening skills and model conflict resolution
How to book: Booking online via the Cademy link below or via the bulk booking form to get a discount. To redeem your corporate recording offer please use the bulk booking form.
Price: £39 HA member, £67 non-member (bulk booking discount available). An extra fee is added if this is booked on Cademy.
Email: events@history.org.uk
Lecturer: Dale Banham
Comments: Joining details are emailed to the registered attendee 1 week before the webinar with a reminder on the day. If you register within a week of the webinar you will receive this on the day only. A time-limited recording will be emailed within 2 working days