SITA Learning Model: Integrating NEOS Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Spirituality in Debate Skill Development

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Debate skills are often underdeveloped in formal educational settings due to the lack of structured, holistic teaching models that integrate emotional and ethical dimensions. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of the SITA Learning Model, which applies NEOS (New Era of Optimization Spiritual) Neuro Linguistic Programming to improve students' debate skills. Using a qualitative-descriptive design, this research employs document analysis and participant observation involving students in a debate training class. Findings reveal that the SITA model, comprising the stages of Spiritual Stabilize Emotions, Interpret Opponent’s Arguments, Think and Respond Critically, and Assertive Delivery, enhances students’ emotional regulation, argument interpretation, critical response, and confident expression. The integration of spiritual values within the NEOS NLP framework significantly supports meaningful and constructive communication in debate. This study contributes a novel pedagogical model that bridges neuro-linguistic techniques and spiritual intelligence, with recommendations for its broader application in communication and character education.