Today we continued our reading by going to pp 123-128, as well as the logical fallacy Non Sequitur: ![]()
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We discussed the various ways that can be used to create arguments, such as Aristotle's Topics (here are a few from the book): We also looked at Cicero's Stases:
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Today we began studying and researching our next debate topic: Medical Marijuana! Also, we talked a bit about creating an argument, a very valuable skill as a debater. And...we learned a new logical fallacy!!!! See below for more info: ![]()
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Here's an example of our fallacy, Misuse of Jargon:
Today we broke up into groups, and half of you debated. The other groups will be presenting next time!
Today we practiced our debate, and the format, along with the following fallacy: Appeal to Desperation ![]()
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Today we reviewed and were quizzed on the stuff we accomplished these last two chapters. We also studied a bit more to prep for our debate!!!! Review: solo / Group Fallacy of the Day: Blind Authority ![]()
Here's an example of this fallacy (and one more...can you guess what it is?) Today we finished discussing the importance of diction, figurative language, as well as tone, and how this can make what we say be more persuasive. We also briefly discussed the Galileo Fallacy as well: ![]()
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![]() Today we talked a bit about Figurative Language, and it's use in speech and debate. We also spent much of the period preparing for our next debate topic: Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially reduce its restrictions on legal immigration to the United States in one or more of the following areas: refugees, childhood arrivals, student visas, H-1B visas. P.S. Fallacy of the Day: Avoiding the Issue; example: Access Research ![]()
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Today we read pp 100-103, a bit more about Diction. We also looked at the Incomplete Comparison Fallacy, and then finally, we spent time reviewing the Actual Debate Format that we will be doing in a month. ![]()
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Today we debated the merits of having school uniforms / dress codes. We also looked at the logical fallacy called the False Compromise Fallacy: ![]()
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HW List:Below are the HW assignments, starting with the most recent D1: REMEMBER: study and prep for your debate re: School Uniforms!
Assigned: D3 Due: D7 (Draft: D5)
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Assigned: D1 Due: D2:
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About the Class:Speech and debate with Mr. Wright is a fun and challenging class in which students will stretch themselves, face their fears, think deeply on important issues, learn to persuasively speak their opinions, and use their skills to compete in various competitions and events throughout the semester.
Each class begins with 20 or so minutes of discussion and debate on current events, politics, moral issues, and big ideas. During this time our students get to match wits with each other and Mr. Wright and are challenged to think more deeply than they ever have before. In class students will gain thinking, writing, speaking, and debating skills and apply them to: Persuasive Writing Impromptu Speaking Extemporaneous Speaking Oratory Student Congress Debate Lincoln Douglas Debate, etc. Students should be warned that this is not a class where they spend most of the time listening to the teacher. The majority of every class involves students thinking, discussing, researching, writing, and more than anything speaking and debating because A) it’s way more fun that way and B) that is how students learn best. In addition, by being in the class, students will compete in tournaments throughout the year against others from across the Utah and the nation. Competition is one of the most frightening, motivating, exhilarating, and educational experiences you will have in your entire life, but a worthwhile activity nonetheless. Let’s be honest–Our world has no shortage of problems. Thankfully we live in a country that has always looked to its own people to determine the answers. We the People really do get to decide what our country will be. And that decision is made in the American free market of ideas. Those who can think deeply and speak persuasively are the ones who guide the discussion in our market of ideas. Students who take this class will be better prepared for higher education, business, and life in general, but most importantly, they will be the next generation of decision makers for our society. Archives
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