The document discusses the debate topic of whether homework should be banned. The first speaker argues that homework should be banned, but teachers should emphasize extracurricular activities and independent research instead. The second speaker defends homework by stating that self-study is important for understanding materials and homework allows students to practice what they learned. However, the first speaker rebuts this by saying extracurricular activities can provide self-study and practice without homework. The debate continues with both sides providing additional arguments for and against homework.