Debate Skill: Argument Building

The argument is a key weapon for a debater, however many people don't understand it's power. With this video, we learn about the structure of an argument and learn important tips and advice to making strong arguments to use in debates.

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[karlosnalda]

Who else is watching this beforr a debate competition

[CrabbyO]

You'd think it's "R, " but everyone knows a pirate's true love is always the "C."

[lazfraass]

who else is watching bc their teacher sent it to them to prep for an upcoming debate?just me?ok

[stealahb]

thanks much! quite helpful. got a debate to prep and honestly, it felt overwhelming for a minute. thanks again for this lesson. be well.

[fnocqb]

Who else is watching this because their teacher sent it to them- like the coment

[ashmingill]

I am watching this before debate competition thanks!!

[rcherping]

I usually debate by asking questions. If you do it right you can be completely wrong with no facts and still win the argument. (or atleast look like you did)

[IveGotWheels]

Now I’m definitely late to the party here but I don’t think the example given in this video is actually very good. Here’s why: the statement given says that (assertion) children enjoy learning at academies *because* (reason) academies have a positive effect on their education.
While that’s a fine premise to go on, the evidence must demonstrate a causal relationship between the two; it must show that children enjoy academies *for the reason that* they have a positive effect on their education. This is not the case in the example given.
The evidence states that 69% of children were satisfied with their classes (not that they enjoyed them) *and* (not because) 73.9% of children thought that academies had a positive effect on grades and abilities. I could also point out that using a 2007 study from Korea also suggests cherry-picked evidence, however that seems nitpicky and is highly context dependent.

The main failing of this argument is that it essentially is two assertions followed by evidence of those assertions, following a format more akin to A-A-E-E (Not very pirate like). Identifying a causal relationship is a very powerful statement in a debate, but it must be supported by evidence that proves that relationship.

[xlemmyxlemmy]

Am I the only introvert searc hing ways to improve social ability

[shahjahanmemon]

Thank you so much. I found this video amazing, informative and I apply it practically.. Love and peace.

[ogiracharlesdonaldson]

i really liked the way it was contextualised. i hope to shine in a debate!

[melodryul]

Great video, Remembering the good days we prepared for debates!

[kristinemaequirao]

This video helps a lot... It's my first time (seriously) standing for my group.. bc I'm not the "confident type" of person. Good luck to me lol

[raphaelhashbrown]

6:55 Drumroll with tongue ⚰️⚰️⚰️⚰️⚰️ i laughed too hard

[itsmejahey]

This helps, I will be debating tomorrow. Wish me luck.

[userwheretogo]

invalid evidence.
the face that children were satisfied with their classes doesnt mean there is a positive effect on education but only means that they felt happy.The evidence to prove the assertion should be some surveys about their results in exams or levels of skills that they learnt in academies.

[abiee_dinh]

Watching this to prepare my next tourament!

[IJN_Kawakaze]

I came here because my teacher picks me in a debate competition like what the hell

[labelleabir]

it's really a good video and I learnt from it new points.

[harv]

I am a judge. I would appreciate any ideas as to how to be a better judge of middle school debate. All of the kids are great for being there. How can I be of greatest benefit to their development.