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* Debating Tips
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Divide the debate into its constituent points - perhaps think of the five reasons why you are right and list each in turn.
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Write a compelling headline, one which summarises the point you want to make and encourages readers to find out more.
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Keep the substantiation as succinct as possible. Most people prefer short, punchy, points
- Reference your sources. To do so, wrap them in double square brackets: Eg [[Freud, The Ego and the Id, 1923]]
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Never abuse your opponent. Whilst their views may be completely different to yours they have a right to hold and express those views. Plus, people will vote you down if they think you're being rude.
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Attack the argument, not the person
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Don't worry about getting it perfect. All debates are a work in progress; you can come back and improve it later or allow others to improve it now. It is far, far, better to get a debate going than to put it off because "it's not quite ready".
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Remember, your audience are those people who haven't made up their mind yet, use logic and reason to persuade them.
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Stick to the subject being debated, if the existing debate doesn't cover precisely what you'd like to talk about create a related debate.
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Don’t underestimate the value of good grammar and correct spelling.
