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This guide discusses the role of member speakers in China's debate education network, focusing on extending arguments in speeches. Learn about refutation and the types of extensions like new lines of argument, in-depth analysis, and focused case studies. Discover the criteria for a good member speech and explore examples of potential extension arguments for government and opposition members. Enhance your debating skills and make unique contributions to debates!
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China Debate Education Network: Extending Arguments in Member Speeches
Role of Member Speakers Task 1. Refutation ---- Length should be brief. ---- Content should be essential. Task 2. Extension ---- Length should be considerable. ---- Content should be elaborate.
Kinds of Extensions • New Line of Argument • In-depth Analysis • Focused Case Study
What is new Line of argument • A new reason to explain why particular claim is correct. This new reason is independent from other reasons .
What is in-depth analysis? • More comprehensive understanding of the argument discussed. • Like onion-peeling, figure out the reason behind each arguments made.
What is focused case study? • Focus on one typical example and offer detailed analysis of it
Criteria of good Member speech 1. Quality of extension 2. Loyalty 3. Distinction
Basic Purposes of Member Speech • Advancement • Unique contribution
Example1:TH should ban smoking in China. 1stGov& 1st Opp Constructive Arguments
Given the above examples, what are possible extensions for the Member of Government and Member of Opposition? .
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