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.
In my opinion I believe that the early U.S. was primarily a defensive reaction and the claim of this generalization in my eyes is precise. It was a controversial matter in Early American. Early Americans wanted to stay more in isolationism, but that wasn’t always the case with some of the foreign affairs. They got this idea from the Monroe Doctrine. The foreign affairs of America were mostly an act of neutrality and isolationism. The government didn’t get involved in European affairs, was a defensive reaction they used. They followed the policy of George Washington’s Proclamation of Neutrality. These policies showed America and the European affairs neutrality. They helped carve our young nation without going to war like everyone else was.
...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.
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.
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The purpose of this reflective essay on the debate is to analyse my team and my own personal learning style and experience of participating in the debate and in the preparation period - that started in week 7 with the mock debate - by structured and based on Honey and Mumford’s Learning Styles theory, and examine some ideas for my future practice.
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.
This has helped me to approach my independent study of politics with an analytical mind, which is crucial when criticising political theories. Understanding international relations has become very important to me through the study of globalisation in Geography. I found the energy module fascinating as it related to the horrific nuclear disaster Japan faced earlier this year; I enjoyed discussing Naoto Kan's call for Japan to become a less nuclear dependant country and the response of non-governmental organisations to the crisis. I regularly use Japan as a case study to familiarise myself with writing about Asian politics and economics, which has developed my understanding of Japanese society. My Religious Studies A-level has helped me to understand how philosophy can influence the greater world through politics, such as the use of the 'Just War Theory' by politicians during discussions of the war in Libya. My independent research in Buddhism and Confucianism has helped me to understand how Japanese and Asian civilisation has developed; I am intrigued that Japan can be so urbanised while retaining such deeply spiritual
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
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If I had a nickel for everytime an adult asked me what I wanted to do for the rest of my life; needless to say I would not be worried about a thing. Teens tend to get easily frustrated with this question, but we never realize the importance of it. The truth is, we too ask ourselves this question and for whatever reason, maybe it's our youth or our short attention spans, we can not even give ourselves an answer. A couple years ago, I was this such teen. I was backed into a corner; my grandparents had just asked me this infamous question. For once, I actually thought about it and I spouted out, "Well, Pop Pop... Mamaw, I am going to be a poltician." I was the cause for many "jaw-droppings" that day, but I felt too excited to worry with that. I finally knew what I wanted to be, and oh, how I wanted to be a poltician so badly. For a teen, I guess it is rather odd that I chose this career, but there are many reasons that transformed a twelve year old, who still stubbornly believed in leprechauns, into the passionate young woman, whom I know today.
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