Modeling arguments using Toulmin’s approach is useful for two reasons. First, it provides a language with which to inspect arguments, understand how they work, and examine the support used by those making them. In other words, it allows critical thinkers and...
You will need 3 things to complete this assignment: A YouTube URL (link) to complete video of your first cross-examination with you in the NEGATIVE role. A formatted transcript of your speech. You may remove verbal fillers from the transcript, but you may not alter...
In the game of chess there are different stages that have been studied and even been given names. Now, these names aren’t very creative, but still there are distinguishable stages in the game. For instance, at the very beginning of the game it’s known as...
The most intimidating part of debating for the first time tends to be figuring out how to start your speech. This is especially intimidating if you are the very first speaker in a debate and have never debated before. Fortunately, there are some predictable...
