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Debating Kobe and LeBron. Learning Target. I can present a claim and findings in a logical manner with relevant evidence and well-chosen details. Effective Debaters. Research , they know what they’re talking about! Present strong claims supported with evidence in a logical manner.
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Learning Target • I can present a claim and findings in a logical manner with relevant evidence and well-chosen details.
Effective Debaters • Research, they know what they’re talking about! • Present strong claims supported with evidence in a logical manner. • Listen to determine the claims and arguments made by others.
Debate Topic Who’s better, Kobe or LeBron?
Claims Kobe LaBron • Kobie Bryant is a better NBA player than LaBron James • LeBron James is a better NBA player than Kobie Bryant
Counter Argument • After your opponent makes an argument that you feel is weak or not true…COME BACK AT THEM WITH A COUNTER ARGUMENT! • Counter Argument: To push their argument back with your opposing argument.
Debate Format • 1st Speaker of the PRO side presents their claim and most of the team’s arguments. (2 minutes) • State your claim • Present most of your arguments and evidence (But not all!)
Debate Format • 1st Speaker of the CON side presents their claim and most of the team’s arguments. (2 minutes) • State your claim • Present most of your arguments and evidence (But not all!)
Debate Format • Both teams “mini-conference,” going over the arguments from the opposing team. (3 minutes) • You and your teammate review the opposing teams arguments. • Select the weakest arguments • Plan counter arguments
Debate Format • 2nd Speaker of the PRO side presents the counter arguments and the team’s remaining arguments. (2 minutes) • 2nd speaker responds with counter arguments • Finishes strong with one or two final arguments the team has been saving!
Debate Format • 2nd Speaker of the CON side presents the counter arguments and the team’s remaining arguments. (2 minutes) • 2nd speaker responds with counter arguments • Finishes strong with one or two final arguments the team has been saving!