This document provides an introduction to debating. It defines a debate as a structured argument where two sides alternately speak for and against a proposition. It highlights that debating helps improve speaking skills by providing experience developing convincing arguments from different perspectives. The document outlines basic debating skills like style, speed, tone, volume, and clarity. It also discusses the importance of focusing on the opposing side's position and limiting arguments to three points or less supported by logic and evidence. Finally, it lists nine principles of good debating including keeping discussions professional and focusing on substance over personal attacks.
The Monash Association of Debaters (MAD) Member Training Program 2010 presents:
INTRODUCTION TO UNIVERSITY DEBATING
by Viv Jones, Top-10 Speaker and Semi-Finalist at the 2009 Australasian Intervarsity Debating Championships and Nita Rao, Semi-Finalist at the 2009 Australasian Intervarsity Debating Championships.
An introduction to debating at university, introducing the 3-on-3 debate format before moving on to general discussion about the importance of matter, manner and method in debates. Also covers definitions and a number of useful tips.
Presented as session 1, semester 1 in the Novice Stream and session 2, semester 1 in the Beginner Stream.
British parliamentary debate. British Parliamentary Debate is a debate done on the spot. This article will cover how to debate in this style and provide some useful tips.
The Monash Association of Debaters (MAD) Member Training Program 2010 presents:
INTRODUCTION TO UNIVERSITY DEBATING
by Viv Jones, Top-10 Speaker and Semi-Finalist at the 2009 Australasian Intervarsity Debating Championships and Nita Rao, Semi-Finalist at the 2009 Australasian Intervarsity Debating Championships.
An introduction to debating at university, introducing the 3-on-3 debate format before moving on to general discussion about the importance of matter, manner and method in debates. Also covers definitions and a number of useful tips.
Presented as session 1, semester 1 in the Novice Stream and session 2, semester 1 in the Beginner Stream.
British parliamentary debate. British Parliamentary Debate is a debate done on the spot. This article will cover how to debate in this style and provide some useful tips.
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How to become a good debator by dr alka arup mukherjee nagpur m.s.indiaalka mukherjee
Two factors which determine the definition of the debate:
1. Context - what is happening in the area that relates to this issue? For example, maybe the government of a country is debating banning smoking in public buildings and you decide to define the term "passive smoking" during the debate. If a significant event related to the topic has occurred then it should be the focus of the debate, for instance, a shocking report may have recently been revealed in the media showing the widespread effects of second-hand smoking.
2. Spirit of the motion - topics are chosen for a reason so what sort of debate was imagined when the topic was chosen? Looking at the spirit of the motion will ensure that you pick a definition that will produce a well-balanced and important debate.
Debating can look intimidating from the sidelines, with speakers appearing confident, passionate and unwavering, but it consists of skills that anybody can learn. Debating may not be something that you encounter in your everyday work but these skills can be incredibly valuable. In this article we provide a guide to the basics of debating.
A debate is a structured contest over an issue or policy. There are two sides - one supporting, one opposing.
Benefits of debating include:
• Allowing you to think about aspects and perspectives you may not have considered.
• Encourages you to speak strategically.
• Improving public speaking skills.
• Learning how to create a persuasive argument.
• When you have to argue against your personal view you realise that there are two sides to the argument.
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The centrality of argument
Comments on Everyone’s An Author Chapters 17-18
Opening Remarks
An argument refers to any way that human beings express themselves to try to achieve a particular purpose – which, many would say, means any way that people express themselves at all
The world is immersed in argument
You will be a better reader and writing of your own arguments if you understand how they work
Arguments are both seductive and manipulative due to their persuasive nature
Opening Remarks Cont.
Common purpose of argument:
To explore
To understand
To find consensus
To make decisions
To convince or persuade
Arguments are embedded in particular contexts
What works in one won’t work in another
It’s essential to understand how arguments so you can make some effective arguments on your own
Pay close attention to your purpose, intended audience, and the rest of your rhetorical situation
Chapter 17
Analyzing & Constructing Arguments: Those You Read, Those You Write
Opening Remarks
Almost everything represents some kind of argument; therefore, you must understanding them – both those you come across and those you make
You need to understand the arguments that come from other people
Arguments always exist in a larger context, involving more than just one person or group
Arguments start as a response to another argument – statement, event, image, or anything else
Where’s the argument coming from
Look at the source – where is the argument coming from
By looking at the source, we can determine how it affects the argument and how willing we should be to accept what the argument says
As an author, think hard about where you’re coming from in the arguments you make
Consider your word choice (what you say and how you say it), included images, and text design
Consider your attitude and stance toward the subject
What’s the claim?
The easiest claims to identify are those that are stated in an explicit thesis statement
As an author, remember that a claim is more than a personal opinion
A claim must be arguable (worth arguing) by taking a position that is debatable; that others have a different opinion on
State arguable claims as a thesis statement that announces your topic and main points so your readers can follow your thought process
Qualify your thesis statement
Make your claims directly and get to the point quickly
Support your claim with evidence
What’s at stake?
Rhetoricians from ancient Rome have developed stasis theory as a way to identify the crux of an argument by asking 4 questions:
What are the facts?
How can the issue be defined?
How much does it matter, and why?
What actions should be taken as a result?
As an author, use these questions to identify the main point you want to make in an argument
These questions can also help decide the genre of argument you wish to make
Means of persuasion: emotional, ethical, and logical appeals
Emotional appeals (Pathos)
Stir feels and invoke values that the audience is assumed to hold
As a re ...
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3. WHY DEBATE?
It is an excellent way of improving speaking skills and
is particularly helpful in providing experience in
developing a convincing argument .Those of you who
are forced to argue against your natural point of view
realize that arguments, like coins, always have at least
two sides.
4. WHAT IS DEBATING?
A debate is a structured argument. Two sides speak
alternately for and against a particular contention
usually based on a topical issue Unlike the argument
you might have with your family or friends however,
each person is allocated a time they are allowed to
speak for and any interjections are carefully controlled
. The subject of the dispute is often prearranged so you
may find yourself having to support opinions with
which you do not normally agree. You also have to
argue as part of a team , being careful not to contradict
what others on your side have said.
5. THE BASIC DEBATING SKILLS
STYLE
Style is the manner in which you communicate your
arguments .This is the most basic part of debating to
master . Content and strategy are worth little unless
you deliver you material in a confident and persuasive
way.
6. SPEED
It is vital to talk at a pace which is fast enough to sound
intelligent and allow you time to say what you want
,but slow enough to be easily understood.
TONE
Varying tone is what makes you sound interesting.
Listening to one tone for an entire presentation is
boring.
7. VOLUME
Speaking quite loudly is sometimes a necessity but it is
by no means necessary to shout trough every debate
regardless of context .There is absolutely no need
speak any more loudly than the volume at which every
one in the room can comfortably hear you . Shouting
does not win debates . Speaking too quietly is clearly
disastrous since no one will be able to hear you.
8. CLARITY
The ability to concisely and clearly express complex
issues is what debating is all about. The main reasons
people begin to sound unclear is usually because they
lose the “stream of thought ” which is keeping them
going .it is also important to keep it simple . Long
words may make you sound clever , they may also
make you incomprehensible.
9. CONTENT
Content is what you actually say in the debate. T he
arguments used to develop your own side’s case and
rebut the opposite side’s . The information on content
provided below is a general overview of what will be
expected when you debate. The final logistics of how
long you will be debating , how many people will be in
your group, and how the debate will unfold (ie; which
team speaks first etc.) , will all be decided by your
tutorial leader.
10. THE 9 PRINCIPLES OF GOOD
DEBATING
Questions or challenges should be professional. Insulting , condenscending , or
comments involving personal language or attacks are unacceptable.
Critical analysis , synthesis, rhetorical skill, and wit are keys to debate success.
Focus on the opposing sides position or argument. Knowing the “other side” is critical for
preparing strategies to refute your opponent’s arguments.
Limit your arguments to three or less.
Use logic to make your arguments.Present these arguments clearly and concisely.
Know the common errors in thinking like logical fallacies and use the m effectively in
your refutation.
Present the content accurately.Only use content that is pertinent to your point of view
and draw on support from authoritative sources.
Be certain of the validity of all external evidence presented for your arguments.Also,
challenges to the validity of evidence should be need only on substantive grounds.
Your rebuttal (or conclusion) in a debate is your final summary position.Use it as an
oppurtunity to highlight importannt issues that indicate proof of your points or refute
your opponent,s argument.
11. SOURCES
The information included in the document “How to
debate” was adapted from :
Kidd, A.(2002). The oxford union rough guide to
debating . The English Speaking Union . Retrieved
August 26, 2002 from the World Wide Web :
http://www . britishdebate.com/resources/hb
oxfordguide.htm.
