Post by Mike on Feb 18, 2014 18:37:31 GMT
Tips for rational debate:
1. ALWAYS address the substance/content of an argument... NEVER focus on the style/appearance of an argument.
2. If your argument is rational, you should be able to make your point using REASON alone. Do not appeal to the AUTHORITY of news articles, science "proofs" or studies, statistics, or 'experts'.
3. NEVER address the person making the argument. Only address the argument itself.
4. Reference SPECIFIC points made in the argument you are addressing- do NOT make blanket general claims without specifying your disagreements (e.g. "Take a course in math!" or "You are uneducated! This stuff is proven!"
If you're still confused, here's an article on what NOT to do: How to spot blind followers.
1. ALWAYS address the substance/content of an argument... NEVER focus on the style/appearance of an argument.
2. If your argument is rational, you should be able to make your point using REASON alone. Do not appeal to the AUTHORITY of news articles, science "proofs" or studies, statistics, or 'experts'.
3. NEVER address the person making the argument. Only address the argument itself.
4. Reference SPECIFIC points made in the argument you are addressing- do NOT make blanket general claims without specifying your disagreements (e.g. "Take a course in math!" or "You are uneducated! This stuff is proven!"
If you're still confused, here's an article on what NOT to do: How to spot blind followers.
