DEBATE ENCOURAGES CONTINUAL LEARNING.
You will be able to: 1. effectively prepare for a debate. 2. demonstrate active listening to both sides of an argument.
3. structure a logically sound argument.
Preparation before and during a discussion generates constructive debate.
The A.R.E. Model gives a solid argument.
Focusing on key issues creates productive debate.
Preparation before and during a discussion
generates constructive debate.
ANTICIPATION LISTENING NOTE TAKING
If I have only one side of the case to study
before the trial, let it be that of my opponent.
● Short attention span● Passive listening● Distractions● Impatience● Stereotyping, prejudices
Use colors
Emphasize keywords
Use abbreviations
Record statistics & facts
Gives you a solid argument
Assertion: claim
Reason: connects A + E
Evidence: supports A
Assertion Reason Evidence
Assertion Reason Evidence
Logical Connection
Often Omitted
Most Powerful
Focusing on key issues creates a productive debate.
Scope
Disclaimers
Preemption
Contradictions
Base Value
Turns
RESOLUTION: JUNKANOO IS A BETTER REPRESENTATION
OF THE BAHAMAS POSTCOLONIALITY THAN RAKE-N-SCRAPE (GOOMBAY) AND SHOULD BE THE COUNTRY’S NATIONAL
MUSIC.
DEBATE ENCOURAGES CONTINUAL LEARNING.
PreparationA.R.E. Model
Focus