UIL Speech Judges

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Approach: Communication skills and resolution of substantive issues are of equal importance
Philosophy:
My cross examination judging paradigm is based on the following principles: Focus on substance over style. I am more interested in debaters' ability to understand and critique their opponents' arguments than in their delivery style. Be clear and concise. I want debaters to ask specific questions and to avoid making long, rambling speeches. Be respectful. Cross examination should be a respectful and productive exchange of ideas. Weigh the evidence. I want debaters to assess the quality and relevance of their opponents' evidence and to point out any flaws or inconsistencies. Be persuasive. I want debaters to use their cross examination to make a strong case for their own position. Here are some specific things I look for in cross examination: Clarifying questions. I want debaters to ask their opponents questions that help them to better understand their arguments. Rebuttal questions. I want debaters to ask questions that challenge their opponents' evidence and arguments. Hypotheticals. I want debaters to use hypotheticals to test their opponents' claims and to explore the implications of their arguments. Links to case. I want debaters to show how their cross examination questions are relevant to their own case. I will also consider the following factors in my cross examination judging: The quality of the evidence. I am more impressed by debaters who use specific and relevant evidence to support their claims. The effectiveness of the argumentation. I want debaters to use their cross examination to make a strong case for their own position and to undermine their opponents' arguments. The overall coherence of the cross examination. I want debaters to have a clear plan for their cross examination and to use their questions to achieve their goals. Ultimately, I want debaters to use cross examination to have a productive and informative discussion about the debate topic. I am looking for debaters who are able to think critically, ask good questions, and make persuasive arguments. profile picture what is your lincoln douglas judging paradigm View other drafts My Lincoln-Douglas judging paradigm is based on the following principles: Focus on the core arguments of the debate. I am more interested in debaters' ability to develop and defend their central arguments than in their use of peripheral arguments or evidence. Use evidence effectively. I want debaters to use evidence to support their claims and to undermine their opponents' arguments. I am also interested in debaters' ability to evaluate the quality of evidence and to identify flaws in their opponents' evidence. Construct strong arguments. I want debaters to make clear and concise arguments that are well-supported by evidence. I am also interested in debaters' ability to think critically and to anticipate their opponents' objections. Be persuasive. I want debaters to use their arguments to convince me of their position. I am looking for debaters who are able to engage my interest and to make me think about the debate topic in a new way. Here are some specific things I look for in a Lincoln-Douglas debate: A well-developed central argument on each side. I want debaters to have a clear and concise argument that they are able to defend throughout the debate. Effective use of evidence. I want debaters to use evidence to support their central argument and to undermine their opponents' arguments. I am also interested in debaters' ability to evaluate the quality of evidence and to identify flaws in their opponents' evidence. Strong argumentation. I want debaters to make clear and concise arguments that are well-supported by evidence. I am also interested in debaters' ability to think critically and to anticipate their opponents' objections. Persuasiveness. I want debaters to use their arguments to convince me of their position. I am looking for debaters who are able to engage my interest and to make me think about the debate topic in a new way. Ultimately, I want debaters to use the Lincoln-Douglas debate format to have a thoughtful and productive discussion about a controversial issue. I am looking for debaters who are able to develop and defend their own ideas, to evaluate the ideas of their opponents, and to persuade me of their position. Here are some additional factors that I may consider in my judging: The clarity and conciseness of the speaking style. I want debaters to be able to communicate their ideas clearly and concisely. The use of effective rhetorical devices. I want debaters to use rhetorical devices such as analogy, metaphor, and repetition to make their arguments more persuasive. The overall engagement of the debater. I want debaters to be enthusiastic about the debate topic and to be engaged in the discussion. I believe that these principles and factors will help me to make fair and accurate judgments in Lincoln-Douglas debates.

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