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100 1 _aKetcham, Victor Alvin,
_d1883-1947
245 1 4 _aThe theory and practice of argumentation and debate
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2020-07-08
508 _aProduced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Theory and Practice of Argumentation and Debate" by Victor Alvin Ketcham is a comprehensive instructional text on the art of argumentation, written in the early 20th century. The book is designed as a guide for students and educators looking to develop practical skills in constructing and presenting both oral and written arguments. The text emphasizes the importance of engaging in real argumentative practice before delving deeply into theoretical concepts, making it particularly applicable for academic settings. The opening of the book outlines its purpose, which is to provide clear and practical directions for effective argumentation. Ketcham stresses the necessity of mastering both the presentation and defense of arguments, highlighting the skills of persuasion and the importance of analyzing propositions. He explains that understanding the process of argumentation is crucial not only for academic success but also for navigating various aspects of everyday life, where clear communication can influence outcomes significantly. The author also touches upon the educational value of debate, promoting it as a means to sharpen critical thinking and the ability to articulate ideas persuasively. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aDebates and debating
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62583
999 _c103407
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