Debate Studies (Second Edition)

Author: Li Yuanshou
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Publish Date: 2004-03-01
Features: This book is part of the "Communication Studies Series" and provides a comprehensive discussion on debate, a common activity in daily life. The book is divided into four parts: Introduction, Main Discussion, External Discussion, and Debate Competition.
Introduction: It introduces the origins of debate, discusses its social functions, and analyzes the key elements of debate.
Main Discussion: It analyzes aspects such as the debater, the debate process, debate expression, debate strategies, and audience participation.
External Discussion: It elaborates on topics including debate control, psychological warfare in debate, persuasive thinking, and the cultivation of debaters.
Last is a discussion on the practical aspects of debate competitions, focusing on attack and defense strategies, on-the-spot adaptation, and the art of language. It concludes with an introduction to the organization of debate competitions and debate formats.
This book has a broad perspective, rich content, and is scientific, practical, and actionable. It can serve as a textbook for debate studies in higher education institutions, training materials for debaters, and a reference for enthusiasts of debate art.