Kategorien: Alle - perspectives - interaction - methodology - respect

von Sebastian Engel-Vermette Vor 5 Jahren

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hat makes a good debate_IGCSE I 2018-2019

Effective debates are characterized by high-quality argumentation, where participants aim to persuade the opposing side and end with a consensus or a stalemate due to the strength of the arguments presented.

hat makes a good debate_IGCSE I 2018-2019

What makes a good debate?

Methodology

It should have a fishbowl
Only one person at a time is allowed to talk
Questions having many different perspectives

Guidelines for Interaction

Each side displays respect for each other
Don’t insult people!

Role of the Moderator

The moderator ensures that each side gets enough time
When the moderator does not need to say anything
The moderator should take notes of arguments
Moderator does not have to say much in order to keep the discussion flowing

Quality of Argumentation

When both sides end up having the same opinion
When everyone has very good arguments, so good that there is no replying to the other group
Make the other group be unable to counter arguments
Change the mind of other side to agree with your argument