Period 4- Here's what I've learned from the mini debates: by Gentle Tassione McGaughey

Emi

2024-01-04 20:18:52 UTC

What I learned from the mini debates is that some topics are easier to come up with things to say against and some are easier for. Another thing I learned is that you don't have to actually be against the arguments to come up with things to say against it. Lastly, I learned to use my critical thinking skills while coming up with an opposing answer on the spot.

evan

2024-01-04 20:20:07 UTC

I learned how to quickly make up an argument against a unknown subject and how arguments work if I can find for example my opponents statement was that working from home is good when I had to make up a argument I remembered a video I watched about keeping mentally healthy during the pandemic it said that keeping activity's separate was good for your mental health so I said that working from home would case mental health problems

Claire

2024-01-04 20:22:58 UTC

The first thing I learned is everything has two side, like benefits and disadvantage. everyone has different ideas. So mini debates can make me to sharing different perspective, it helps people think creatively. Another thing I learned is mini debates can also make me have more experiences of debates, get more confidence. I also learned that I can learn through the friendly competition, think and listen critically.

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gentletmcg — 2024-01-04 20:24:03 UTC

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Nyko

2024-01-04 20:29:07 UTC

I learned that tattoos can cover up skin cancer, put you in dangerous situations depending on what the tattoo looks like, in addition to the second point it could also cause you to be shunned/ discriminated in other countries.

Ken

2024-01-04 20:32:41 UTC

I learned how to see topics from both sides instead of immediately into formulating an opinion head first with a bias upon hearing about only one side of the topic. I also learned that people think differently than I do and have better ways to gather evidence and information about topics than I do because i noticed that some of my partner's points were different and slightly more structured than mine, probably because he used more reputable and well standing sources

Max

2024-01-04 20:37:01 UTC

I learned that there are always two sides to an argument. No matter how one-sided something may seem someone can come along and convince you that you're wrong. That's why it is important to be prepared and be confident in your argument so that you don't break down when you're against someone who knows what they are doing. I also learned that speaking to your opponent directly and being present during the debate is important for them to take you seriously.

Fiteh

2024-01-04 20:38:10 UTC

The first thing I learned is that there is always gonna be a rebuttal to something you say unless its an actually fact that you said. Another thing that I learned is that when researching for the facts about what your saying thinking about rebuttals that the person your debating might say then researching for those rebuttals ahead of time can help a lot. Something else I learned is you need to stay quiet when the other person is quiet because it wont work if u don't.

Andy

2024-01-04 20:39:43 UTC

The first thing I learned is that being able to think on the spot for a rebuttal against the other debater is important. For the last 2 discussions I didn't have a response for it which means I need to improve on this skill. Another thing I learned is that you should be prepared when coming into a debate since I often had to look back onto my document to read off what I wrote. One last thing I got from this is that you should speak to the other side with confidence.

raine

gentletmcg — 2024-01-04 20:40:18 UTC

the first thing i learned is how every debate is going to have an apposing side and its important to know other people have other opinions. Another thing i learned is by using other peoples arguments you can have a stronger argument. something else i learned its important to have both sides for a debate to work it would pointless without other perspectives and everyone needs to participate.

Margaret E

2024-01-04 20:45:33 UTC

The first thing I learned from these mini debates is that it is important to be confidant in your statements and remuddles so your opponent knows you will not back down. Another thing I learned is that it is important to take into account the life and origins of you opponent when making your arguments. Something else I learned is that it is important to know that your opponent is just as capable as you or maybe even more and not to forget that you have multiple chances to state your case so it is important to be prepared.

maddie

2024-01-04 20:45:49 UTC

the first thing i learned is that there is always going to be an opinion on the topics you learn/talk about and how when you making rebutals on the spot can be challenging for the most part if you dont know the topic well. Another thing i learned is that people can have very strong opinons and sometimes you just have to see it in there point of view and its interesting something else i learned is that when your doing your debates you learn about the person themselfs

Ann N.

2024-01-04 20:46:24 UTC

The first thing I learned is that growing plants can be beneficial to the environment as they help lower carbon emissions. Instead of buying vegetables from the store that come wrapped in plastic, you can grow them from your own home. Another thing I learned is that gift making can reveal the amount of love and care you have for another person. It is also a cheaper option for those who cannot afford purchasing gifts from the store. Something else I learned is that knowing another language can boost intelligence, memorization, and creativity levels. This can strengthen the brain's abilities to focus and learn.

Kristina

2024-01-04 20:47:06 UTC

The first thing that I learned is that alcohol can lead to many health issues, like high blood pressure, heart disease, breast cancer, and many more thing. Using alcohol can lead to other things such as sexual assault, suicide, and many more. Another thing that I learned is 16 years old should get a job, because it likes a skill a teen need to know which is good for their future. It like a transition from youth to adulthood and that they can have the experience what earning money is like. Even though that a good things, there are some negative impact for teen, since they have to focus on school and the job they have at the same time. It can stress and distracted them from other things.

Something else I learned is that volunteering is good skill for people to have because it can improve social skill and experience for future jobs. High school also required students to have 60 hours of service hours which seem like an important things that not only students but other people need to learn.

Taiki

2024-01-05 20:08:23 UTC

The first thing I learned is that reading for 20 minutes a day can be extremely beneficial to you as it can reduce stress. Reading is also proven to strengthen your brain and cause you to be more creative and have a larger vocabulary. Another thing I learned is that tattoos is a form of art and can be an expression of someone and their personality. Someone who has tattoos will think it through and choose tattoos they wont regret later in life and instead get something that they find very meaningful. Something else I learned is that forcing younger kids to work can be beneficial and teach them skills but does contain the possibility to overwork and just add more stress to their life.

Elena

2024-01-05 20:27:39 UTC

I learned a fair amount. first off, i learned that alcohol can increase the risk of cancer all over your body, and it also costs A LOT to excessively drink alcohol, not only does it take a huge toll on your body, it also really hurts your bank account. I also learned that people can have allergic reactions to tattoos. Another thing I didn't know (but assumed) is that getting a job as a teenager is very beneficial in building your skillset and can be helpful in your future when looking for careers.

gael

2024-01-05 20:36:32 UTC

what I learned about these mini debates is that its important to know what the other person is going to say in a argument or debate because you can be ahead and think of what to say after. Another thing I learned is that its important to be confident when your debating because if you don't sound confident it doesn't sound as strong as it is, when you use confidence you look more serious. Another thing I learned is that learning another language can take you to different countries, if your in school and you learn spanish the school can go on a field trip and take the class to a hispanic country

Bravo

2024-01-26 20:44:36 UTC

the first thing i learned was that i got to see the different perspective of the person opinion and see what they think is important and so i can see two sides of the situation. second thing i learned was that a lot of people think differently so i am able to get different perspectives and information about the topic. And last thing i learned was that in every situation there will always be a rebuttal no matter what because its what makes sense, there will always be a reason yes or no.

Maddie

2024-01-26 21:51:40 UTC

The first thing I learned is that there is always going to be an opinion on the topics you learn/talk about. I also learned How when you are making rebuttals on the spot can be challenging for the most part if you don’t know the topic well. Another thing I learned is that people can have very strong opinions, and sometimes you just must see it in their point of view. Its interesting something else I learned is that when you’re doing your debates you learn about the person themselves.