On That Point!: An Introduction To Parliamentary Debate

The first parlimentary debate textbook for secondary school students, offering a theoretical and practical foundation for effective participation in parliamentary debate in competition or in the classroom. Provides comprehensive instruction, a review of argument construction and extension, case development, refutation of argument claims and evidence, and persuasive speaking.Includes sample arguments, debate tactics, and practice exercises of value to both novice and experienced debaters. Suitable as a public speaking guide.