Debate Evaluation
Debate Evaluation
1. Describe a time in the debate when you drew on your preparation by referring to evidence
gathered earlier.
When debating with my sister as to whether or not we
should eat lamb or brisket, I knew that my sister had never
tried lamb before.
2. Describe a time in the debate when you learned something new and integrated that new
information into your own ideas or response.
I learned about how people as a society tend to not help
each other in need when they are in a group expecting
somebody else to help instead, so I always make sure to
never be one of those people
3. Describe a time in the debate when someone challenged another speaker’s reasoning,
evidence, ideas, or conclusion.
When I was in a hospital and they made us debate on
the topic of whether or not those kinds of institutions
helped people or not, I challenged the opposing side for
using opinions rather than facts
4. Describe a time in the debate when you responded thoughtfully to a different viewpoint or
perspective.
When I was arguing with my friend about if president trump
was one of the best presidents we have had, I argued that
he was mediocre at best, but my friend brought up some
good points that made me think about my response
5. Describe a time in the debate when someone made a point and backed it up with strong
reasons and evidence.
When I was arguing with my friend about the vaccine, I was
wanting to go get it but he said that he didn’t because it was
too early and there could still be faults with the vaccine and
sure enough he brought up an error in the vaccine that caused
some health problems
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6. Describe a time in the debate when someone made a point and did not back it up with strong
reasons and evidence.
It was when I was arguing with someone about
hospitals and I kept saying that they didn’t really help
because it didn’t help me, and that is not a good piece
of evidence given that it is exclusive to me and it is an
opinion
7. In your opinion, what made your classmate’s ideas clear and easy to follow?
they stayed on topic.
8. How did you make sure that your language was appropriate to the topic and audience of the
discussion? Did you use formal or informal language?
Grading Rubric
Weight
Ideas directly address the topic and are clearly stated.
10%
Responses are structured logically.
10%
The discussion is accurately reflected.
10%
Examples are provided as evidence to illustrate views.
10%
Answers reflect an understanding of effective supporting evidence and
reason.
10%
Answers reflect an understanding of effective speaking strategies.
10%
Answers reflect an understanding of effective listening strategies.
10%
Answers reflect an understanding of effective participation in a range of
discussions.
10%
Complete sentences are used.
10%
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Conventions for grammar and spelling are followed.
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10%