There have been a lot of fantastic debates in this section of the forums, so I thought we could make things a bit more "interesting." Here's how it works: I will create profiles on which 2 people will debate one-on-one on a topic of their choosing. You will receive points based on 3 categories: argument strength, evidence, and refutation. Argument strength is just that - how strong are your arguments. Logical fallacies and cogency of the argument play a strong role here (so, is the argument "correct" and does it make sense). Your spelling and grammar are important to, so either get a browser with spell-check or put your comments in Word or something that can check your spelling. Evidence is articles or journals to which you can provide links to help support your argument. How reliable the evidence is also matters, so Wikipedia articles will not count towards evidence. Refutation means being able to counter what your opponent is saying. If you can point out flaws in their argument or present counter-examples to their arguments then you can get points in this category. The debate will go on until a predetermined score has been reached. The winner will have his or her best argument point merited - thus receiving 25 AP! ---- So, if you want to join, just put your name, the topic you would like to debate about, and how many points you would like to go to (I would suggest maybe 10 or 15 for right now, I'm not exactly sure how all the scoring will work out yet). Also include your stance on the topic. Once you have this info posted, you have just given out a challenge and anyone can challenge you. If you would like to challenge someone, then post your name, their name, and the topic. Feel free to create multiple challenges, so long as you can keep track of them all! Once two debaters have been matched, I'll post a link to the profile on which you guys will be debating.
I think that's everything, but here's an example of a challenge:
Name: Moegreche Topic: Does God exist? My stance: God does not exist!
If someone were to challenge me, then they would have to argue an opposing view to mine (in this case, that God does exist). So, let the debates begin, and if anything is unclear or if I've missed anything then let me know either on this thread or on my profile. Thanks, and happy debating!!
Name: DaMasta333 Topic: Operation Chaos and how it has effected the race for the Democratic nominee My stance: Operation Chaos operative in training!(the only reason Clinton is still around is because of Operation Chaos)
Those are great. I'd really like to take you on, Switchfoot, but I need to score these first few before I can play myself :P I'm really glad to see responses this quickly. I hope we get some challengers soon!
Name: DaMasta333 Topic: Extraterrestrials My Stance: There are real aliens out there, they have reached earth, Area 51 is real, and the government is involved in a huge cover-up.(side note: that's one of the reasons I want to become president - to be let in on those secrets)
Well, whos going to judge? Because if the judge is against Christianity, and the topic is about Christianity, the athiest is automatically going to win
nameaswiftarrow topic:the"new" parents stancearents should stop getting in the way of buisiness and let the kids, bosses, coaches of the kids do their jobs
meh, I like debating more about the human mind/action and how peopel react to situations... I would love to debate something but I do not have any ideas of what to debate. = /
I will be judging the first few until the points get all worked out. My views have nothing to do with 2 other people debating, so objectivity should not be a concern for you guys.
