The Art And Practice Of Argumentation And Debate

Explores how we justify our beliefs - and try to influence those of others - both soundly and effectively.

Integrating existing argumentation theory into applied argumentation, with an emphasis on formal/academic debate practices, this text gives students a solid, balanced grounding for debating both policy and non-policy issues.

The Art of Debate by Raymond Macdonald Alden: Hone your skills in the art of debate with "The Art of Debate" by Raymond Macdonald Alden. This comprehensive guide provides valuable insights into the principles of argumentation, critical thinking, and effective debate strategies. Key Aspects of the Book "The Art of Debate": Debate Fundamentals: Alden covers the essential principles of debate, including argument construction, evidence analysis, and rebuttal techniques. Critical Thinking: The book emphasizes critical thinking skills, helping readers evaluate arguments and evidence critically. Debate Strategies: "The Art of Debate" offers practical strategies and tips for success in competitive debating and persuasive communication. Raymond Macdonald Alden was an American educator and expert in debate and public speaking. His work in "The Art of Debate" reflects his passion for promoting effective communication and the art of debate as a valuable skill.

A remarkable text-book. The author never loses sight of the fact that debating is an art to be learned through practice, and not a science to be taught by skillfully framed generalizations. He generalizes, of course, but his generalizations are concrete suggestions to debaters, and not abstract formulations of the philosophy of debating, such as teachers are apt to write for other teachers to admire. Realizing that the practice of law has trained better debaters than the study of logic, he makes effective use of legal arguments in exemplifying the art of putting things. In fact, the book is as well adapted to the needs of law students as to those of college classes in debating. The author's style makes the book agreeable reading, and his pre-eminent common sense gives to every chapter practical value.-The Outlook, Volume 66, Part 1

Art, Argument and Advocacy offers a theoretical and practical foundation for effective participation in academic debate competition, as well as public debate and discussion events.