Debate
Occurs in Week 11 session
At least one Member from each team is present to argue
· Debate Structure (30%):
o
Pro's Opening
Statement (3 minutes)
Pro states the context of the team's
position
o
Con's Opening
Statement (3 minutes)
Con states the context of the team's
position
o
Pro's
Discusses position (7 minutes)
Pro discusses their position with
supporting evidence
o
Con's
Discusses position (7 minutes)
Con discusses their position with
supporting evidence
o Open both side up for debate (10)
o
Pro's Closing
Statements (3 minutes)
Pro recaps the points the team has made
in the debate.
o
Con's Closing
Statements (3 minutes)
Con recaps the points the team has made
in the debate.
· Report Structure (70%):
o
1.0 Problem
Statement
The context for the topic including
background information that is necessary for understanding the arguments
provided by either side. (1 page ideal)
o
2.0 Position
Arguments
The arguments that the team will make
with supporting documentation (2 pages ideal)
o
3.0 Cross
Examination Arguments
The rebuttals that are planned for cross
examination with supporting documentation (1 pages ideal)
o 4. 0 Conclusion
o Summarize your main points and positions. 1page (max)
o
5.0 Reference
Section
All references used in the paper are
noted. (8 references minimum)
Grading Criteria
A— Data and supporting materials are carefully and logically analyzed.
B-- Statements are logical but details are few
C-- Statements are mostly logical and details are present but do not further arguments made.