Upside Down Debate A Deeper why to Persuasion
Upside Down Debate: A Deeper Why to Persuasion by Isaiah McPeak, published by Ethos Publications on June 13, 2016, is a comprehensive guide designed to teach the art of debate without the complexity of jargon. This 202-page book emphasizes the importance of listening before speaking and constructing persuasive arguments that resonate with audiences. Drawing on classical rhetoric and practical anecdotes, the authors aim to provide readers with a foundational understanding of effective communication in various contexts.
In this edition, readers will discover techniques for multi-format debating, learn how to build persuasive arguments from shared assumptions, and explore different types of arguments for effective refutation. The book also highlights the significance of audience engagement and offers insights on transferring debate skills to everyday conversations and professional settings. With over 50 illustrative examples, Upside Down Debate serves as a resource for novices and experienced debaters alike, focusing on integrity and the broader implications of persuasive communication.
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If you want to learn to debate without all the jargon (and without losing your soul) Upside Down Debate is for you. You’ll be introduced to debate by learning how to listen before you speak, construct a persuasive argument (or “case”) for change, connect with your audience, draw on centuries-old wisdom from classical rhetoric, and engage thoughtfully with your opponents. Experienced coaches of both competitive debaters and business clients, Isaiah and Betsy McPeak bring a wealth of debate war stories and real life anecdotes that make Upside Down Debate anything but theoretical. Whether you’re a novice, a veteran debater, or a curious outsider to the debate world, you will grasp what it means to master the art of persuasion with one’s honor intact. Why “Upside Down?” Communicators often speak from a self-focused perspective–I want to sound good, feel in charge, and get what I want. But this misplaced focus is often the cause of communication breakdowns. Upside Down communication is all about putting your audience first by listening well, thinking well, and only then, speaking well in a disciplined way. You will learn:
- Multi-format debating: this book teaches value and policy debate at the same time
- How to build persuading arguments from shared assumptions
- Six types of arguments that refute at a macro level
- Six types of arguments that refute at a micro level
- How to “make a case” for anything, with several alternate structures
- The deep meaning of the four parts of a debate – topic, sides, audience, and format – with a chapter on each
- How to transfer debate skills to everyday conversations and business meetings
- Over 50 examples that illustrate theory with practical experience
“The reader will learn not only the building blocks of debate, but more importantly how to debate with integrity and an eye on persuading others in a manner that will serve beyond high school forensics, into college classes, board rooms and even personal relationships.” – TJ Harding, champion debate coach “Upside Down Debate does more than just teach you how to debate. It makes the all-too-often overlooked connection between academic debate and real life.” – Chris Jeub, Founder and CEO of TrainingMinds.org; educator, author, speaker
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