Asian Public Speaking Championships
The Asian Public Speaking Championships stands out as the foremost public speaking competition for middle and high school students spanning the Asia Pacific region. Embracing the Modified WIDPSC format, commonly known as Modified Worlds, this annual event unfolds with each participant engaging in a captivating triad of public speaking categories: Impromptu Speaking, Interpretive Reading, and Persuasive Speaking. This trifecta of disciplines adds a multifaceted dimension to the competition, challenging students to showcase their prowess in diverse aspects of effective communication.
Drawing participants from a mosaic of nations including Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, China, South Korea, Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand, the competition consistently boasts a diverse assembly of over 100 students. It has evolved into a significant forum for nurturing articulacy, linguistic finesse, and other essential communication skills.
General Info
07 Dec 2024 – 08 Dec 2024
08:00 AM – 06:30 PM
(GMT +8) Singapore
📍 Online | Slack and Zoom
Format
Public Speaking
Modified WIDPSC
Individual Participation
Eligibility
Junior & Senior (elementary, middle, high school)
Asia Pacific region
Legacy & Participation
2022
Founded
60
Institutions
370+
Students
30
Countries/Regions
Australia
Cranbrook Senior School Sydney
China
Shanghai American School
Shanghai High School International Division
Shanghai Hongwen School
Shanghai Pudong Zhengda Foreign Language School
Shanghai Starriver Bilingual School
India
Delhi Public School Noida
Oberoi International School
Pathways School Noida
Shiv Nadar School, Gurgaon
The Sanskaar Valley School
Singapore
Anglo-Chinese School
Dulwich College Singapore
Hwa Chong International School
Maris Stella High School (Primary)
Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary)
Singapore American School
United World College South East Asia
Victoria School
Zhenghua Secondary School
South Korea
Benton Middle School
Branksome Hall Asia
Calvin Manitoba International
Chadwick International School
Concord College
Daegu International School
Eaglebrook School
Jakarta International School
Jamdong Elementary School
Korea International School Jeju
Korea Minjok Leadership Academy
North London Collegiate School Jeju
Saint Paul Preparatory Seoul
Seoul Foreign School
Seoul International School
Shepherd International Education
Yongsan International School of Seoul
Thailand
Nakornpayap International School
Vietnam
Tay Ho High School
Hanoi Academy International Bilingual School
Our Legacy
Empowering the voices of tomorrow, setting the stage for Asia Pacific’s rising public speakers
The Asian Public Speaking Championships is a defining legacy that shapes the discourse landscape for middle and high school students across the Asia Pacific through its distinctive Modified Worlds format and diverse communication disciplines.
Annually etching the narratives of articulate voices from Singapore to Australia, China to Indonesia. Its Modified Worlds format doesn’t just challenge participants; it propels them into a legacy-in-the-making, where eloquence becomes a timeless imprint. The Asian Public Speaking Championships is a cornerstone in the journey of every participant, a chapter in the collective legacy of articulate voices shaping the region’s discourse.
We never had access to international public speaking competitions before discovering EduDrift, so we used to compete in local competitions. EduDrift's Asian Public Speaking Championships propelled us to an arena of more competitive speakers and challenged us to elevate our students' skills to remain competitive.
I was nervous about public speaking, but the Asian Public Speaking Championships created a supportive environment that helped me overcome my fears. I'm very grateful for the experience.
Reach & Impact
Shaping a collective legacy of articulate voices
The Asian Public Speaking Championships stands as a transformative force in the discourse landscape for middle and high school students across the Asia Pacific.
With its inclusive approach, embracing diverse disciplines, the championships foster cross-cultural understanding and create a platform for students to hone a comprehensive set of skills beyond traditional public speaking. In its consistency and anticipation, the championships have become a fixture in academic calendars, etching their presence into the educational journey of students across the region.
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Highlights
Performance Assessment Report
A personalized roadmap for growth, performance assessment reports empower participants with valuable insights into their debating strengths and areas for improvement.
Case Demonstrations
Unlock the secrets of persuasive discourse with case demonstrations, featuring insights and strategies from world-renowned debaters on motions debated in each competition round.
Tournament Schedule
All times are indicated in (GMT +8) Singapore time.
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
Day 01 | |
08:00 AM | Opening Ceremony and Roll Call |
08:45 AM | Tournament Seminar |
09:00 AM | Interpretive Reading Round for Batch 01 |
10:30 AM | Tournament Seminar |
10:45 AM | Interpretive Reading Round for Batch 02 |
12:15 PM | Lunch |
01:30 PM | Persuasive Speaking Round for Batch 01 |
03:15 PM | Tournament Seminar |
03:30 PM | Persuasive Speaking Round for Batch 02 |
05:30 PM | Final Confirmation of Age Categories |
06:30 PM | End of Day |
Day 02 | |
08:00 AM | Morning Briefing and Roll Call |
08:30 AM | Impromptu Speaking for Batch 01 |
10:00 AM | Tournament Seminar |
10:15 AM | Impromptu Speaking for Batch 02 |
12:00 PM | Lunch |
01:00 PM | Break Announcement |
01:30 PM | Junior Finals |
03:30 PM | Senior Finals |
05:00 PM | Closing and Awarding Ceremony |
06:30 PM | End of Day |
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Limited spots available
Competitor (competition only)
1 individual
Competitor (with workshop)
1 individual
Observer/Coach/ Parent/Guardian
1 individual