Getting Started with iRankHub

Welcome to iRankHub, the comprehensive tournament management platform for World Schools Debate and other debate formats. This guide will help you get started, regardless of whether you're a student, school administrator, volunteer judge, or system administrator.

What is iRankHub?

iRankHub is a modern, real-time platform that manages every aspect of debate tournaments:

• Automated tournament management with intelligent pairing systems
• Real-time collaboration between judges, students, and administrators
• AI-powered tools for fact-checking and bias detection
• Offline support to ensure tournaments run smoothly even without internet
• Virtual and physical tournament support with integrated video conferencing

Who Can Use iRankHub?

iRankHub serves four main user types, each with specific features and capabilities:

Students

Participate in debates, track your performance, and improve your skills through detailed feedback and analytics.

Schools

Manage your debate program, register students, create teams, and participate in tournaments with comprehensive administrative tools.

Volunteers/Judges

Score debates, provide feedback, and collaborate with other judges using advanced judging tools and real-time interfaces.

Administrators

Create and manage tournaments, oversee user accounts, and maintain the platform with powerful administrative controls.

Getting Started Steps

1. Access iRankHub - Learn how to reach the platform
2. Choose Your User Type - Select the appropriate account type
3. Follow Role-Specific Setup - Complete registration for your specific role
4. Explore Platform Features - Discover tools and capabilities available to you

Next Steps

Choose your path based on your role:

• Students: Start with Student Registration
• Schools: Begin with School Registration
• Volunteers: Check out Judge Registration
• Administrators: Review Admin Setup