How to become a good debater

[Miss Twix]

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Debating is the wrestling match of ideas. It offers an audience the chance to hear their perspectives on people and concepts held up against an opposing idea. A debate requires more than preparation. Here are some pointers to how to train yourself to become a good debater.






Step 1_know your Subject


A good debater learns and knows what he/she is talking about. Make sure you spend time in research and review. You cannot afford to be sloppy in a debate. Your strongest points should be argued with clarity and conviction.

Step2_ Know your opponent’s arguments


esearch on the likely points your opponent might use. Get strong counter-arguments to those points. Great debaters outlearn their opponents so they can use what their opponents have to defeat them.


Step 3USE SHORT, POWERFUL STORIES TO START YOUR POINTS


People love stories and they adore great storytellers. Get a great story for your point of view and deliver it well. Make your audience a part of your presentation. Appeal to their sense of decency, value and humanity.

Step 4THINK ON YOUR FEET


When you encounter a brilliant opponent, you might be thrown a curveball. Your reaction to your opponent's points can make or break your likelihood of winning. Use brief and humorous phrases to tone down or erase the impact of your opponent's strategy.

Step 5BE COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT


Let your audience and judges feel your passion for the subject. A debater has to be an orator as well. Your ability to capture the attention of the audience will pay in the end.

Step 6GET YOUR FACTS RIGHT


Incorrect statistics and wrong dates can provide an opening to your opponent. Get everything in order and cross-checked. Come to the debate with the certainty that you are arguing with the right facts.

Step 7BE CLEAR WITH YOUR PRESENTATION


A debate is a conversation with a lot of structure. Incomplete sentences will be translated into incomplete ideas. This can weaken a strong argument. Pronunciation, pitch and enunciation is critical to this step.

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