The Balloon debate
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Level 3 Unofficial project
Introduction
A balloon debate is one where you imagine that the participants are in
a hot air balloon that is about to crash - and the load must be
lightened by ejecting one of occupants. The winner is the person
remaining in the balloon at the end of the debate.
Your assignment
* Purpose: The purpose of this project is to learn about techniques used to persuade people.
* Overview: Participate in a balloon debate as a participant or chair.
Assess your skills before
Questions about the baloon debate competencies
I know the value of convincing the audience
I can persuade people of my point of view
I can rebut arguments
Competencies
The following is a list of competencies you will learn and practice in
this project.
- Understanding different methods of persuasion
- Rebutting your opponents arguments
- Use of props
Overview of the debate
The debate consists of a series of rounds with different objectives
giving candidates a chance to showcase different skills. After each
round a vote is held and the least popular occupant is removed from
the debate, with the winner being the last person.
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