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01-28-2012, 02:48 PM
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Hey guys, I'm doing a debate for a sociology class and was wondering if you guys had some tips for prepping/presenting a debate. Any strategies for on-the-spot strategies for attacking the other group? I'm totally new to this and the project is competitive so I'm assuming the team that provides a more persuasive argument will get higher marks.
My topic is "be it resolved that sport heroes are beneficial to society" so that might give you some indication to the direction I'm going. I'm still not sure whether I want to go for or against, but let me know which one you guys think will give a stronger argument (stronger/more points).
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01-28-2012, 05:33 PM
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I didn't take any sociology class but I have done a few business/government policy debates. I have no idea what's the format of your class so here's some general ideas:
1. You have to pick a stand, then develop yours AND your opponent' s possible/probable points because you want to be able to quickly counter them instead of having to think about it. Write them all down on a piece of paper helps.
2. Use facts/concrete numbers as premises instead of your feelings/thoughts. Can you use the overhead projector. Throw in some graphs/charts always wow everyone.
3. Poke holes in your opponent's point by thinking critically: Should their facts apply? What facts they chose to leave out? Etc.
4. Keep it cool and talk like your shits don't stink.
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Originally Posted by Nlkko I didn't take any sociology class but I have done a few business/government policy debates. I have no idea what's the format of your class so here's some general ideas:
1. You have to pick a stand, then develop yours AND your opponent' s possible/probable points because you want to be able to quickly counter them instead of having to think about it. Write them all down on a piece of paper helps.
2. Use facts/concrete numbers as premises instead of your feelings/thoughts. Can you use the overhead projector. Throw in some graphs/charts always wow everyone.
3. Poke holes in your opponent's point by thinking critically: Should their facts apply? What facts they chose to leave out? Etc.
4. Keep it cool and talk like your shits don't stink. |
I do get to use an overhead projector, so I guess I'm going to have to use it since I'll be at a huge disadvantage if my opposing team decides to use it. Are there any templates of presenation that you would recommend? Phrases or catchy statements you suggest for a more persuasive argument?
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aight lets keep it serious guys 
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Originally Posted by instantneedles Any strategies for on-the-spot strategies for attacking the other group? | Quote:
Originally Posted by Nlkko 1. You have to pick a stand, then develop yours AND your opponent' s possible/probable points because you want to be able to quickly counter them instead of having to think about it. Write them all down on a piece of paper helps.
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3. Poke holes in your opponent's point by thinking critically: Should their facts apply? What facts they chose to leave out? Etc. | This. Don't attack the group/opponent; attack their points. Don't JUST figure out what you're going to say, and don't JUST try to guess what they're going to say: the better you know the subject matter, the easier it will be to see the holes in their arguments and address those.
Plus, you don't know what they might use to counter your statements; they may call you out on something you hadn't thought of. Again, the better you learn the subject matter as a whole, the better you'll be able to defend yourself.
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01-29-2012, 10:52 AM
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I'm not aware of any presentation templates. I suggest using the overheard sparingly instead of relying on it. If you have a chart that illustrates your point, put it there. Going on a chart marathon is ill-advised.
Also be mindful when your opponent use absolute phrases: like everyone, everything or something as a necessity (need vs. want) etc.
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