On That Point - Softcover

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9780972054119: On That Point

Synopsis

This is the first parliamentary debate textbook for secondary school students. The text is designed to provide a theoretical and practical foundation for effective participation in parliamentary debate in competition or in the clroom. It provides comprehensive instruction, offering a review of argument construction and extension, case development, refutation of argument claims and evidence, and persuasive speaking. The text includes sample arguments, debate tactics, and practice exercises of value to both novice and experienced debaters.

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Synopsis

Writing for secondary school students, Meany and Shuster (both of Claremont McKenna College) describe the basic elements of parliamentary debate and offer advice on public speaking, critical thinking and listening, and research skills. They describe the practices of panel discussions, public debate, and open forum debate. Annotation (c) Book News,

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