Debating since middle school made me concluded that I want to study international relations and I hate debating yet I love story-telling. What I don’t like about debating is not only because we have to be ruthless for the reason all that matter is how we win the motion from the other side without taking concern of other party’s opinion, but also the win-lose situation that debate forced. What I like about story-telling is not only it is fun since all that matter is everybody should put their best in telling their own share of story because there is no right or wrong side of the story, but also it is a win-win situation. For me, my bachelor study was also a win-win; I did well on all university students aspects: academic, organizational, and social. I went through numerous debate competitions; I even won some of it. Mostly debate motions are universal issues faced by most countries. Although I don’t really like debating but the notion of tackling these international issues such as: the nuclear power usage, death punishment, human rights, banishment of tobacco, intellectual property ...
Americans have embraced debate since before we were a country. The idea that we would provide reasoned support for any position that we took is what made us different from the English king. Our love of debate came from the old country, and embedded itself in our culture as a defining value. Thus, it should not come as a surprise that the affinity for debate is still strong, and finds itself as a regular feature of the mainstream media. However, if Deborah Tannen of the New York Times is correct, our understanding of what it means to argue may be very different from what it once was; a “culture of critique” has developed within our media, and it relies on the exclusive opposition of two conflicting positions (Tannen). In her 1994 editorial, titled “The Triumph of the Yell”, Tannen claims that journalists, politicians and academics treat public discourse as an argument. Furthermore, she attempts to persuade her readers that this posturing of argument as a conflict leads to a battle, not a debate, and that we would be able to communicate the truth if this culture were not interfering. This paper will discuss the rhetorical strategies that Tannen utilizes, outline the support given in her editorial, and why her argument is less convincing than it should be.
The ultimate goal of an argument is to examine our own ideas as well as others. Arguments revolving around the past, present, and future can be presented in any form. Articles of forensic argument, for example, deliberate the past and what happened leading to questions as to why this happened, or what should have been. Articles regarding the present hold many problems people will debate on and set ways for the future. Arguments of how to bring about a worthier and more flourishing future will be disputed in deliberative arguments. Argumentation is everywhere.
...that we can openly discuss anything with each other, even the things that used to cause arguments. I am also proud to say the regularity of our arguments has decreased dramatically. I am grateful for the knowledge I have gained from this course, and look forward to employing these new found skills and tools in all of my future communications.
My purpose and goals in attending college is to make something of my life. It is a good thing. No one wants to be a nobody. But sometimes it takes time in order for one to realize this. & nbsp; Upon graduation from high school, I, like the majority of others high school graduates, had no clue what direction my life was heading or even what I wanted to become.
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...one I would like to focus on, it that globalization gets in the way of national democracy.
In the First Year Seminar (FYS) we learned a multitude of essential skills that we can use to apply for the rest of our college experience, and years down the road. Throughout the first week of class we learned about Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs), essentially they are skills that the students are suppose to know thoroughly by the end of the semester. The six major SLOs that were presented in a majority of FYS classes the first one is access to diverse information through focused research, active discussion and collaboration with peers, this skill is important for college and professional life because it is important that one is able to converse appropriately and knowledgably amongst peers. It is a great skill to have because it shows that a person can work well in a team. The second skill from the SLOs is the ability to separate facts from inferences and relevant from irrelevant information, and explain the limitations of information. This skill is essential to build upon because gaining problem-solving skills one can work through sticky situations. Problem solving skills are great for college and professional life because one can get through tough problems quickly and efficiently, without this skill time is wasted. The third skill from SLO’s is evaluating the credibility, accuracy, and reliability of conclusions drawn from information. This skill is valuable among college and professional life due to the fact that it allows a person to back up their arguments for papers with reliable sources that are credible and accurate that supports the information. Otherwise the argument doesn’t have any supporting evidence to continue their argument to get their point across, if not gained correctly the argument becomes irrelevant in the ...
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Simulation exercises are also a good way to understand the benefits and constraints of war in international relations. Negotiations in the simulation practice are a good interaction because it mobilizes everyone to participate in the settlement of the Syrian issue, so that we can understand the Syrian war more easily and
On any given night when watching the news, there are bound to be a number of stories involving arguments. Usually there are two sides to each point of contention, and both sides seem unable to compromise. But there are also a large number of times when the media examines stories which are not argumentative, sometimes regarding fact, possibly human interest. This mix represents the multiple ways we view the world. Without a doubt, the argument culture to which Deborah Tannen refers in The Argument Culture exists, but it is nevertheless countered by a distinct interest in goodness and compromise rather than strictly confrontation. Unfortunately, differences in opinion are often staged as brutal battles rather than the potential for learning. Our society has started to shift from intellectually stimulating opinion-based discussions to more confrontational polarized debates, nevertheless there are a number of issues which are not argued at all.
Some call me argumentative- I prefer the term dialectical. It is true, I enjoy debates more than the average person. Nothing compares to the thrill of triumphantly dispelling an opponent’s case and swaying an audience to my side. On top of that, I have a sincere appreciation and talent for writing, reading comprehension, and grammar. With these attributes, I feel destined for a career in law. Yet, it is more than just my personal tastes that have led to my interest in legal services. Growing up with a disorder, I have developed empathy for people with disabilities and a desire to help them by advocating for their rights. As a lawyer, I hope to take action to make the world a better place to live in for people with conditions similar- and maybe not so similar- to mine.
The controversial issue that I have chosen is sex selective abortion. Sex selective abortion occurs when a pregnancy is terminated because the sex of the fetus is undesired. This differs from regular abortion in the sense that the pregnancy is ended solely based on the gender of the baby, not just because the parent will be unable to take care of it. Sex selective abortion occurs worldwide, but it’s not broadcasted as much in the United States as it is in other countries. This particular topic causes much controversy since some people believe that this act should be banned while others believe that banning it would endanger reproductive rights.
According to the test, I may play the devil’s advocate, but my humanity and sympathy are still intact. As a debater, I might not openly express emotions, yet I still take into consideration other’s feelings and perspectives. I thrive on intellectual discussions and being “right” is not always the end goal. The purpose of an argument is for personal growth and improvement, not a simple word
"People generally quarrel because they cannot argue." This quote by Gilbert K. Chesterton rings true when taking into consideration any domestic argument. Debating is a method used to argue a topic between individuals or team members. Generally debating is used to maintain order while the opposed argue. Here are some helpful guidelines for the preparation of a three aside parliamentary style debate.
Politics affects everyone's lives and I feel that pursuing a degree relevant to our ever