Education Debate Topics for Kids — page 3

670 debate topics, kids. Debatable motions with arguments for and against. Open the arguments below, pick one at random, or present them full-screen.

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101.
Formal school is unnecessary for a good education
For
In the past they chopped off (colors) hands off for learning how to write ,spell, and read. the change has come we are now equaled and we all have the right to have a free education. we have to take advantage to that free ticket to success in life . Is School truly even needed?…
Is school truly even needed? yes I believe that school is needed even though we don't pay attention to the instructions ... at least the teachers didn't give up on us , we need school in our lives and people think that just because we do math in school that we will never have…
Against
Some companies require a higher education, because they have to make sure that you know what you are doing within the field of business the company compete in. That is understandable. That we can all agree on. So let me quote one thing from the short sentence: "higher…
I would like to agree with one thing first. School has been needed in the past. I would like to assume that by school you mean a school set by the state, or a public education system or what you want to call it, in difference to a school of something, where you learn the…
102.
Chewing gum should be allowed at school
For
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Extend. Also, viruses spread when you don't wash your hands, not when you touch long-since dried, air-exposed things. Just avoid the wet gum and wash your hands regularly. I still don't see some magic enforcement mechanism that unproblematically deals with such a discreet act.
Against
Why gum chewing should not be allowed in school. Okay, so most kids like chewing gum. Some kids think we should be allowed to chew it in school. I disagree with these claims. I think chewing gum would be a bad idea to have in school. If gum chewing was allowed, not all kids…
103.
Long summer breaks for elementary and middle schools should be eliminated
For
The 3-month long summer vacation that is common in public schools across America should be reduced for the benefit of the students. Shorter, more frequent breaks, should replace the system that we currently have in place. The only exception would be 11th-12th grade students who…
As a teacher myself, I am sure many educators would oppose this plan. Teachers enjoy their time off as much as their students. However, we must overcome the selfish desires that we have for vacation time since it is harming the children in the long run. Certain charter schools…
Against
Kids need to have time taken off from school because kids might be stressed if they don't have time to spend with family and friends.
104.
The word funner is appropriate in standard English
For
I humble thank you for accepting this argument. I shall lead to my points of argument. 1) Many people use the word fun as an adjective in everyday speech. While I can agree it did start as a noun, it has evolved into becoming acceptably used as an adjective. (ex. This was a fun…
I wish to lay down some ground rules for this debate. 1) Since I am not making an argument in this round, the opposition has two choices. He may accept and make his points in this round. If he does so, on the final round, he shall write "This section shall be left blank as…
Against
Main Argument 1:The term 'funner' is not appropriate, but it is not inappropriate either, It is just not grammatically correct.Sub argument 1: The word fun can't be comparative or superlative. In this case, you would have to add the word 'more' before the word to make it…
I accept your challenge and I will state my arguments in Round 2. May the best argument win!
105.
Dating skills should be taught in schools
For
Dating techniques should be taught in schools.
Counter: Con Point 1: First I never suggested it as a formal class. The reason why we would not have to spend more money in schools is because there would be no extra work for this subject, or books that you would need. It would be almost just like a counselor. A proposition…
Against
no
Counter argument 1. If most kids in high school have an off block they can go and socialize with other people, instead of taking that persons time that they could be studying in a group or talking to teachers, The kids should learn themselves in order for them to be themselves…
106.
A homework ban would be a bad idea
For
Resolved: A Homework Ban is a bad idea France has recently decided to ban homework. This is bad for kids. Here's why. The kids have to be graded on something, so this means all grading will happen based on work done at school. Some students, including some students who would…
Thinking Something Does NOT Make It SoCon says "If...versa." Yes, they would actually THINK that. That doesn't mean they are right. Everybody CAN be wrong. That is possible. Everybody used to think the Earth was flat. Now they think it's round. That doesn't mean that our…
Against
Hello! This is my first debate on DDO. I would like to thank everybody here for making this debate possible. Resolved: A Homework Ban is a bad idea For this resolution, I am taking the Con side, so I believe that a homework ban is not necessarily a bad idea. Since the Pro has…
(I typed up a case, but my browser crashed. Now I have to type it all up again so I am sad. Anyways, Happy Belated New Year!)Once again, I would like to thank the judge(s) and my opponent for putting in the time to make this debate possible.DefinitionAs my opponent states,…
107.
Students should be paid for good grades
For
Education is a value that is well-respected in America. One that has provided many benefits to the American economy. Recently, Education has been declining in America. 40% of Americans are in the middle class. 1% of Americans are wealthy. We can agree that the 40% is less…
Average also means the majority. We should try to achieve the greater benefit for these children. Just because there is a small minority that won't succeed, doesn't mean we should hold back the majority from achieving the greater benefit.
Against
I understand it would be good for those who benefit from studying, but we have to look at the full picture. Think about those who study hard and try hard on test but still fail. It wouldn't be fair to those students. Also think of the students with mental disorders, they won't…
Although it might encourage more kids to get good grades the school system should not pay student to get good grades because it would cost the tax payers way more than necessary, students who have a hard time getting good grades no matter how hard they study would feel even…
108.
Studying regularly is better than cramming for exams
For
i m taking this topic as the marks in the subjects..you can take the good marks in the easiest exams which generally are direct....but it the exams are hard then the mugging will not give u good marks.....in the hard exams,your knowledge should be with u...this helps u to get…
i thing learning is more better than mugging...as if we learn something...we learn it by heart...we never forget the things we learn..learning is for getting actual education....we do learning for getting the knowledge...if someone is mugging up,i am giving them my free advice…
Against
I don't care what you meant by the title. I proved the title of the argument false with my sourced interpretation of it. You didn't rebuttal my argument, you didn't use proper grammar, and you didn't have any sources. This was obviously a debate topic that pro was trying to get…
I will be proving that mugging is more effective that learning to get a good grade on an exam. First off, let's look at the definition of mugging: "An act of attacking and robbing someone in a public place." (http://www.oxforddictionaries.com...) Now let's look at one of the…
109.
School uniforms are a waste of time
For
i think that uniforms are waste of time
Against
What is the use of launching a debate if one is not going argue his/her point. A one sided statement cannot continue a debate. However, since I have agreed to debate I will post my views which of course is not an argument since I have no statement to argue against. One would…
To me uniform is not a waste of time. It is a form of identity mostly used by educational institutions. Sometimes workplaces also stick to uniforms. As far as schools are concerned a uniform serves many purposes. It creates a sense of identity. All kids do not come from similar…
110.
Education is the most powerful weapon against injustice
For
I have been learning things and activities and I come across this word that my mother says all the time is that education is the most powerful weapon I have hearing this an thinking into this is that it could be true. Think about it. Education is what that has caused us to have…
Hey the education is because of choice is wrong. As you can see, that this education is the one that has made your choice. Then will choice appear by it self? Well no. EDUCATION IS THE ONE THAT IS TAKING EVERYBODYS THINKING!!!!! Well that is what I am talking about.
Against
No, education is not the most powerful weapon. The power of choice is stronger, because you have the power to make a choice of what kind of life you want, who you want to be, and who you wish to marry. Education doesn't always make life better, because if you are given…
Just because you have education doesn't mean is is the power. Maybe being smart will affect your choice but even if you have education, you can choose any route you want in life, even if you choose the dumber choice. Education could change that, but in the end it is up to you.
111.
Schools should teach a nation's own language before foreign ones
For
Well, taking another chance. You continue. It's you who instigated this debate, so now you should do this.................
I extend all my arguments and, therefore, giving you another chance to rebut mine. Coming back with arguments in the next round.......
Against
sorry but my interest is not exist anymore..thank you
we known as a motherland residents..why should we take exam for our daily language??..if we fail..we still can master those language well..without any lack of vocabluary..sometime,the thing we need is the thing we already have..
112.
Schools should ban student uniforms
For
"having to wear uniforms lessens the chance of being bullied by other students"Wearing another shirt doesn't change the personality of someone. Bullies before uniforms will still bully kids when they have uniforms. Clothes doesn't make a big difference.And your…
i. Freedom of speech. The freedom of speech and expression is given to you at birth from the Bill of Rights. The Bill of Rights was added so the people can have certain rights and the federal government doesn't have all of the rights. In other words the Bill of Rights was…
Against
"Clothes does not make a big difference" How is it such a small difference? If a student came to school wearing a religious dress, the act of bullying will be cornered on the student most probably. Pride in a student, is the fact that they are educated by that certain school. I…
First of all, having to wear uniforms lessens the chance of being bullied by other students, for clothing is a big issue in schools. Children may get shunned by other kids because of difference of style. Not banning the uniforms of a school might decrease the bullying rate in…
113.
Bubble gum should be allowed in schools
For
This is my third and final argument. If gum were allowed, according to http://www.pressdemocrat.com... ,kids would actually throw their gum away instead of hiding it under a desk. If gum weren't allowed, kids would attempt to hide the gum under a desk instead of risking getting…
Thanks for showing your argument. Now I will share mine. Bubble gum can also help kill bacteria and lose weight. According to http://healthresearchfunding.org... ,gum may also help you lose weight. If you chew gum that is sugar free, you may decrease food cravings. Also…
Against
ProductivityRegarding the argument about increased brain function, we have already established that the research is not conclusive, some studies say it is good, some say it is bad [1], so I'm not sure what PRO is trying to say here.HealthYes, some gum has good ingredients, and…
Again, PRO's arguments are suspect. While chewing some kinds of gum may be good for your teeth, chewing other kinds is demonstrably bad for them [1][2][4], and may even lead to jaw and gastrointestinal problems [1][3]. Also, while chewing gum may help fight cravings, it has…
114.
British English is better than American English
For
Duude, you've wasted this debate. Can you provide some facts and research like I did in post 2. Debate winner pro?, more like debate winner NO. Expand on why American language is more advanced in your opinion, failure to do so proves British is better than. :)
That there again demonstrates why American English is slacking, i provided substantial amounts of information, where as you just decided to focus on the petty aspects of language. I'm telling u, no one calls it bum bags, we say pouch. Re your defense of 'a', do you see me going…
Against
this debate is all a matter of personal preference and thomas isnt pronounced tomays because there is.. wait... listen to this... it might be hard to understand...ready?... TWO WAYS of pronouncing it :0000000000 :O :o omg omg…
yes they are bum bags... go look up "bum bag" it will briong up fanny pack. http://www.lostinthepond.com... maybe its the area you live in? i looked it up they call them bum bags. bog roll makes NO sense its a toilet ... not a bog and its called "Tom-may-Toe" because a's are…
115.
Wikipedia should be allowed as a source for school projects
For
first off on the debate over definitions my give no reason to prefer his definition over mine so you should take my over his because he has given no reasons why his is superior to mine no at the point where I can prove that it is even 1% better then his you still use mine over…
first to provide my definition of key words. 1.school- 1: an organization that provides instruction: a: an institution for the teaching of children http://www.merriam-webster.com... reasons to prefer my definition over my opponents. 1. fairness- my opponents definition create…
Against
My opponent begins by stating that his definition should be used because I have not given a reason why mine should be taken. However, let us look at this like a boss at a factory and the definitions are two products that can be made. Product A (my definition) was made first, is…
My opponent begins by attacking my definition by providing his own and then proceeding to state why his is preferred. I will show why all of his reasons are wrong. 1.Fairness- My opponent states that there is no way to argue that fish can use Wikipedia thus making this debate…
116.
Students should be required to wear school uniforms
For
I agree with you that allowing students to wear whatever they want helps them in their creativity and teaches them how to make their own decisions. But doing learning journeys, whenever a student gets lost, what if a teacher that the student does not know happens to walk past…
I think students should wear school uniforms. It is because in schools where students are allowed to wear whatever they want, there are school bullies that make fun of other students who may not have a good taste in fashion. But if they all wear the same school uniforms, they…
Against
We should be focusing on the performance of the students rather than the way they are dressed. Uniforms provide almost no benefits whatsoever. The only valid benefit for school uniforms is the safety they bring. They prevent outside intruders from entering the school…
I will be taking the Con side (students should not have to to wear uniform). Firstly, uniforms restricts a student's individuality and identity. Forcing students to wear uniforms constricts their creativity and freedom of expression. Clothes do not detract from a student's…
117.
Teacher pay should be raised
For
K, teacher don't get enough pay in scarbrogh so it should be raised!!!!!!!!!! if you are a stundent, and be at the most best school you ever seen!!! who do u think make thiss possible!!! your teachers obvisoly! they only like get payed 30k!!! its not enough
Against
VOTE FOR ME YEAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOIIIIIIIII!!!!!!!!!!1one!!
I'm waiting in my cold cell when the bell begins to chime Reflecting on my past life and it doesn't have much time 'Cause at 5 o'clock they take me to the Gallows Pole The sands of time for me are running low When the priest comes to read me the last rites I take a look through…
118.
Discipline in schools needs to be improved
For
learn from mistakes
Beat those little fuckers...
Against
It's because of the teachers for me.
If we
119.
The school year should be extended
For
Thank you for accepting, and ruining my title. All right, I shall start with a regular school year, which is 180 days. This seems normal but most countries around the world have 200 days of school. Now we may think this is not that much of a difference but for the slow students…
I started this from seeing an argument between politicalwiz and spritle. I hated seeing politicalwiz lose 0 to 88. I am reopening this. I hope to show you all why extending it is the right thing to do. I hope to see enthusiasm from my opponent. I want this to be a good debate,…
Against
Thanks, Pro.Thus far my opponent has made 4 arguments in favor of extending the school year. I will begin by refuting those contributions, and then outlining why extending the school year would probably not be a good idea. == Pro's Case == 1. Other countries have longer school…
However I'd like to point out that while my opponent calls this debate a battle for greater education, all he's really arguing for are longer school years -- not necessarily greater education.
120.
Private schools should require school uniforms
For
My Arguments 1. Uniforms may increase a student's self esteem because they do not have to worry constantly to be better dressed than those around them. Many kids are discouraged by the fact that they don't own, or cannot afford some of the clothing other kids can. Uniforms put…
DefinitionsUniform - Identical clothing issued to school students to wear during school. Student - Person who is recieving an education whether through school, or by other means.
Against
When the subject of mandatory school uniforms comes into question, the first words on opposing parents" lips is in regards to kids" lost sense of individuality and freedom of expression. Kids need to mark themselves as part of the herd but still be wholly individual from their…
Interesting points. Thank you for a well thought out argument. 1. I accept the suggested statement that uniforms make it harder for children to identify each others' socioeconomic status, however I doubt that that necessarily stops discrimination. Clothes are usually an obvious…
121.
Should students be paid to attend school
For
I am sorry i have been busy cuz my moms car is terrible i have to deal with house stuff like rent and phone bills and stuff. My life sucks and i suck at debating
you make a good statement as i said i do agree with con i left out that the government pays the children in Pre-10th but the government would let them have a student bank account like for lunches you have a school lunch account so you can purchase lunch or something extra, but…
Against
Don't be sorry. And if your life sucks at the moment, that means it will only get better. Thank you for this debate!
PRO stated that they should have a student bank account, and that students can only take out $20 for his/her needs. $20/week? $20/day? $20 for his/her needs? As I stated at round 1 that the needs are the parents' responsibilities, and orphans or kids with less fortunate parents…
122.
Strict nutrition guidelines should be enforced in all public schools
For
Thanks for the debate. My opponent had one really good point. That somehow low-calorie is associated with healthy. Yet, inadequate calorie intake is detrimental to health and performance. This trend of low-calorie or calorie reduction is disturbing to me. I've studied diet a…
I appreciate your enthusiasm Con. Thanks for responding. "To put it in basic terms, if a student like how a food tastes, he or she won't eat it." Con I think you meant to state if a student doesn't like how a food tastes, he or she won't eat it. You then go onto state the…
Against
I always feel very mad and preposterous at school lunch time when I see hungry kids from my high school throwing their uneaten, untouched trays straight into the trashcan just because of the fact that they are unsatisfied with the quality or taste of their food. My high school,…
123.
Students should be allowed to play games in class
For
Ok you seem to have misunderstoodI said play games FOR class, not during, as in offtaskingThis means games that the teacher assigns for whatever purposeFor example, a review game of any sortsThe teacher could also uses games such as Minecraft for an art class for…
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Extendarooni my arguments.
Apologies, then. In that case, it should still not happen. Instead of doing classwork, they will be doing games. Again, fun in theory, not in practical use. 1)Games means less actual 'class work' done. 2) Less work done means less work makes up your average 3) The worse you do,…
124.
Chewing gum and headphones should be allowed in class
For
I am going to be arguing for this topic as I believe that gum and headphones might help some people concentrate in lessons. They might also find lessons more appealing if they are allowed these two simple things. My opponent should accept is he/she is against the idea of having…
He has forfeited that round so I would just like to say to keep that in mind and double my points ;)
Against
I accept. I will argue against the allowance of headphones and gum in classes. Voters should note that there is a 4,000 character limit so arguments may not be as in depth as possible Some definitions also before we start. Chewing gum: Flavored gum for chewing typically sold in…
125.
School is too boring for students
For
are you a teacher? which school do you go to? (i wont stalk you im 13) and i just wrote this debate because i was bored so dont get competitive
is it?
Against
hey bro Nah im not a teacher but a yr 10 student --16 meridian school is my school. it is a branch of oneschool ... i am in no case a teacher pet but rather enjoy time with fellow students and doing L2L which is where the students are just given core subjects and a few lessons…
No, school is not boring. when you are at a good school with teachers that understand you and know you and students who are all!! good friends, you start to see that the work becomes fun and imboring (if that is a word) and therefore is not boring. if you disagree with me then…
126.
Schools should assign more homework
For
Does school seem to give you the right amount of homework? In fact, the homework giving to you in China is twice as less than Canada! Students need more schoolwork, because there are many good advantages, if we don't have the right amount of homework, the people we see in the…
Against
It seems my opponent has forfeited yet another round :( I hope he's well.These are the reasons to vote for Con: Conduct: I did not forfeit a round, while my opponent forfeited two rounds.Spelling and Grammar: My opponent made several mistakes in spelling and grammar, which I…
It appears as though my iopponent has forfeited. :(Does school seem to give you the right amount of homework? No it's too much and too inefficient, particularly because of abject public schooling in America. See the video for more information--->http://www.youtube.com...In…
127.
All people should read books
For
To address your first argument, people that can not read should learn to. I'm guessing everyone that can't read has had a chance to learn once in their life. For your second argument reading books is not taking away your free will or choice. For your third argument, why would…
Format: round one accept, round two debate subject
Against
I'm not arguing that books are bad. I'm arguing with the ambiguity of the statement 'ALL PEOPLE SHOULD READ BOOKS' I would like to address the arrogance of pro's statement ' people who cannot read should learn too' those who cannot read are at a huge disadvantage and dont…
I accept this argument and will be arguing that NOT all people should read books. My main arguments on the subject will be Not all people CAN read books, therefore making it an impossible expectation. I am generally a believer in free choice and free will, thus the pro argument…
128.
Art and music should be required in grade school
For
Art and music programs are important to children in grade school as young minds are the most able to be cultivated and the benefits of both art and music on developing minds have been shown in various research publications. Art programs are able to cultivate developing artists…
Against
Unfortunately my opponent has forfeited this debate. I wish him luck in the next round. Perhaps we shall meet again!
Because my opponent did not reply in Round 2, I will take this opportunity to continue with the points I promised to address at the end of Round 1. 1. Funding Not only are art and music classes unnecessary to have in grade school, they are also very expensive. These classes…
129.
School uniforms should be required
For
you are talking against uniform in school tell me any 4 defects in school uniforms
ya but poor children should study in schools so rich children can be done discrimination
Against
One thing you need to make more sense and use proper grammar. Another thing is school uniforms are a waste of money and why would want to wear uniforms there drab and super dull to look at.
How does that have anything to do with uniforms and your confusing me.
130.
Students K-12 should be required to learn a foreign language
For
While you may be correct about some children not being able to learn or retain the language when they are learning it, I believe that learning it when you are younger could have a big benefit and would be a lot easier since I referenced that the child's mind is like a sponge.…
I believe that it's is important for students K-12 to learn a foreign language. Now I don't mean necessarily as young as pre-school children, but maybe start as old as Middle school and then again in High school. Some parents teach their kids young, since the child's brain is…
Against
There is not always direct correlation between the learning of a language and the learning of a culture. To once again reference my own foreign language experience, I learned very little about the Spanish culture itself. Knowledge of the various words and phrases did not give…
Thank you for instigating this debate. Best of luck to you! Indeed, a child's brain is comparable to a sponge, but Sponge A may not function as well as Sponge B. Learning a foreign language requires a certain aptitude, and not all of us possess said aptitude. To draw from a…
131.
Schools should ban chocolate and strawberry milk
For
By allowing our students to drink flavored milk, we're only training them to prefer sweetened foods. This can have devastating consequences, especially later in life.
Kids who drink plain milk will indeed absorb more calcium than those who drink chocolate milk:According to my opponent's link, a child who consumes one carton of plain milk will absorb 6 more milligrams of calcium than a child who consumes a carton of chocolate milk. This…
Against
I'd like to apologize for my lateness. I didn't have a lot of time to write this up, but, I assure you, next round I'll be completely focused. Thank you for being patient. "The decision to offer only plain milk is clearly better for the students. According to the Centers for…
I accept. I await Pro's contentions.
132.
Students should be allowed to use cell phones in school
For
we cant ignore that there are other methods we can use it , but also the cell phones are fastest than others . Not only will the children be in touch with the parents for regular instructions like a pick up point or change in time etc ., but more importantly , they can also…
there is no doubt that a cell phone allows for the advantages of being able to contact a person directly during an emergency or otherwise . Knowing that a child has a mobile phone puts the parents at ease because they can call them in case of any change in plans , emergency…
Against
Despite my opponent forfeiting her right to speak in this third round, I will attempt to conclude my arguments in the best way possible. It is the belief of the Con that we should indeed take advantage of the amazing technology we have at our fingertips in the modern day and…
Ola Marzouq, although it must be conceded that cellphones provide quick access in terms of contacting other people, in the case of schools, it it very unlikely that this useful resource will be used responsibly. Seeing that teenagers are at a period in their lives when their…
133.
School uniforms should be required only for special school events
For
I belive children should not have to wear school uniform unless it is a public event as it helps freedom of children in what the wear.Another reason is that some children have exception to not wear uniform which is fair so if children had the choice there would be fairness in…
Hand me down break uniform don't use the materials Poor REBUTTAL case rested
Against
Firstly, your Grammar is Poor.Against your first argument about freedom of choice towards what children wear, if they wear Mufti it is a problem of "Hmm what shall I wear today, a dress, a skirt , a Hoodie", whereas with wearing school Uniform there's no fuss, and most…
!! Thanks!
134.
Dictionaries should add more practical everyday words
For
ok then. gug: can be used to replace the F word or H word when people say, "Who the ____ is that guy?" Kay: for those atheists who say, "h my God!" can say this instead (pronounced same as Que? in spanish) whadaheyjushapin: abbreviated for when people would use when they say,…
Simply create more creative words for the dictionary. They should be words that people would most likely use everyday like: hello, the, work, school, tired, etc. First round is to accept this challenge. Max is 500 characters.
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Cubicily: Job Interview that takes place in an enclosed room Wiki-sense: Tries to be smart but backed up by inaccurate sources Telerunning: Track & Field, Long Jumps, Marathons ,or generally anything that requires extensive running Contralose: A situaton in which one accepts a…
Please pardon me for posting in the comment section instead of actually accepting the argument. I am rather new here and I'm slowly getting accustomed to the site.
135.
Fast food should be allowed in public schools
For
When looking at the issue of fast food operation whitin our school grounds, it is imperative that we have a full analysis on what the topic relates to and exactly how it affects us as students. My opponent clearly did not or perhaps couldn't show a good analysis on the subject…
i accept and hope for a wonderful debate. i will be arguing that fastfood should be allowed in "High Schools" Thank you again and good luck
Against
did you know that according to aacap.org, between 16 and 33 percent of children and adolescents are obese? well, this is a problem, because our nations children will keep getting more obese, and high school is a very important developmental stage in life, so it would effect…
I believe that fast food should not be allowed in schools because it effects children's health in negative ways. According to aacap.org, between 16 and 33 percent of children and adolescents in the U.S are obese. If kids become obese outside of school, allowing fast food in…
136.
Listening to music while studying is beneficial
For
Pro has forfeited all of her rounds. This debate has been one-sided, and I have destroyed her side, showing that music can be beneficial in many cases with different music. I have provided support, evidence, and sources for my arguments. I think the winner is clear here. Thank…
Pro has forfeited all of her debate rounds. Pro has not posted for any round, and Pro's beginning statement, "it gets you off task" has been more than destroyed these past few rounds by my argument. For Pro's sake, I will not post another argument. I gave Pro a chance before…
Against
it gets you off task
137.
Geometry proofs are pointless for most students
For
To find the length of a polygon only take about 3 sections to truly learn. Do we really need to use 6 different chapter to find if the sides of triangles are congruent? In construction say you have to triangle all you have to do is measure the sides and then you have the answer…
They can be easily used with common sense instead of having multiple chapters on things you can easily solve with your mind, or common sense. I do believe the people that made the book are dumb for adding so many chapters on vocab words instead of the math involved.
Against
The only argument (from what I am understanding; correct me if I am wrong) is that a proof showing two triangles are congruent is time consuming and boring. It may be great that your child is able to show that triangles are congruent, but this is one of the easier proofs. More…
Only 1000 characters, so I will be to the point. Rebuttals start now, as rules weren't stated. R1) Common Sense For this to be valid, I want to see proof of this. Give me an example of the proof measuring the length of an apothem of a regular polygon. This proof must not use…
138.
Students should be financially rewarded for attending school
For
I have learned as a student that when students are rewarded they work towards getting the reward over and over. My teacher is using a method where she would give out teacher dollars to the students at the top of the class and for doing an assignment and getting full marks and…
Students should be paid to go to school because we do not have a choice as to whether or not we can go yet teachers decide to beome teachers. Teachers get paid a large sum of money and although our reward as students is our education, to prepare our selves for our future, we…
Against
We need to establish that I am against real-world, real-life payment, a free-day and the option of attending school. I am NOT against extra credit, or 'teacher dollars' in most cases. What we need to distinguish is what we're talking about when we say 'reward'. Is it money? Or…
Just by saying that we don't have a choice doesn't mean we should get a tangible reward. Education in itself is a reward. Look at the long-term benefits. You go to school, you go to college, you graduate either get a job or go on for further education. That gives you a reward.…
139.
Education is the key to success
For
Education is the key to success because it leads to high paying jobs with job security and pension plans.
Against
Well, this was educational.
Education is a wonderful thing. Turning education into a checkbox for getting a job and preceived success is not the way to think about what it is.
140.
Homework does more harm than good
For
1st Assertion: Puts pressure on kids and lowers test grades 1st Reasoning: When kids have to do their homework, they get pressured from their parents to do well on it so because their parents want them to get good grades for the upcoming quiz or test. This pressure will lower…
Hello everyone. I would just like to start out by saying that this is my 1st debate on this website and good luck to my opponent.
Against
I still hold the same views. Based on my assertions, I would say that homework has many factors involved. These factors determine the benefit and harm of homework. Thus, teacher given homework does not necessarily mean more harm than good.
1st Assertion: Homework does put pressure on kids, but pressure is not always bad. Pressure can push people to do better, and that includes performance on tests. As proof, Let us look at some studies. "The results of such studies suggest that homework can improve students'…
141.
Students should be allowed to carry cell phones in schools
For
true but what if the school office is closed then it would be a necessity to have your own cell phone.
right but then they can keep in touch with their parents like if they get hurt they can call their parents or text them to get to the same place they are if they got hurt.
Against
But the thing is that would never happen because as long as the school is open then the office is open because the office is in the school
Well if they were to get hurt the first thing the school would do, depending on how serious it was, would be to call an ambulance and the school would most likely call your parents after they called the ambulance this is why schools have phones so if anything happens then they…
142.
Students should be allowed to wear hats in school
For
well that is true but at my school we do not do wacky hair day anymore and I know that kids get bullied because I hear it everyday and I too have been bullied because my hair looked "stupid" so it would be nice to be able to cover it up and I know it is disrespectful to wear a…
I think that we should be able to wear hats in school because some kids don't have time to do their hair in the morning so when they wear a hat I helps prevent them from getting bullied so if we don't wear hats then you aren't helping stop bulling.
Against
Thanks for the debate.
Do people get bullied because of the colour of their skin? Unfortunately yes. Does that mean we should encourage them to change their colour of skin? Of course not! Regardless if you are getting bullied, wearing hats is both disrespectful and a security issue. If you are…
143.
Students should be allowed to chew gum in class
For
I'm going to refute first. To refute my opponent's Argument 1, you can easily avoid this distraction issue by making it not allowed to chew gum loudly in class. Another way to make this not happen is by not allowing the chewing of gum in class while somebody is presenting,…
Gum PROP Students ought to be able to chew gum in school. DEFINITIONS: "student" Merriam-Webster is defined as one who attends a school. This does not specifically mean any form of school. CONTENTIONS: C1: Chewing gum can help with test scores and grades. "Chewing gum is an…
Against
I will only make my defense this round, and I will rebut my opponent's defense.FrameworkI will only be making my defense this round. BoP is on Pro.DefenseMy opponent says that you can just not chew gum loudly. However, the problem is that children do, because they are being…
I will make my arguments and rebut his. Framework BoP is on Pro. I thank my opponent for challenging me to a not so great topic :(. I will be making arguments about Concentration Problem, Public Speaking, Hearing/Listening. Thanks. Argument 1: Concentration Problem. Yes, gum…
144.
School uniforms are a good idea
For
I support the idea of school uniforms. There are strong reasons for that. I wore school uniform from 7 to 15 years old and I'd never felt that it reflects on my personality or stops me from expressing myself. I knew that it was just a rule and I was never agains the discipline.…
Against
Time to vote, I think.
The Guardian newspaper claims that school uniforms do not necessarily leed to good results. In fact one of the most up-and-coming schools in England does not require a school uniform--http://m.guardian.co.uk... Most websites that I've looked at suggest that the continued use of…
145.
Students should be allowed to have phones in school
For
All arguments extended.
I extend all arguments, and add in-Polev- a site used by my school and requires phones. It is used as a learning tool.Lunch- my friends use Clash of clans at lunch, recreationally. Tge school recognizes this ``Students may use their phones in class for assignments or with…
Against
I don't think that kids should have phones in school
146.
Schools should ban food and drinks in classrooms
For
Extend. Thank you.
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Against
What do you think its good for them to banned it?
Hi I Go to BHS. Today they Banned food and drinks at school. It made a lot of people mad. if you have a water bottle you get an office referral and iss and whatever. so people in the school have diabetes. I have diabetes and I am allowed to eat because my sugar will get low and…
147.
Education should be prioritized over other public spending
For
Thank you for your responses, I just want to pinpoint something here, I never mentioned that the topic was only regarding school itself but the education of learning something regardless of what it is. A person who is learning can, yes, learn to do things by experience, but…
From analysis, it would appear to me that your main goal is to suggest that education/classes are insigificant altogther and therefore, has no purpose. I appreciate your honesty. Education from what I have learned is that it has many benefits inside and out. For example, 1.…
Against
Thank you for the timing in response with the concept of school. I wish to say that you are very intelligent and make good points. Also with this I must say that you leave out certain points in your debate that are key. I would like to say as an end, some people don't need help…
OK, you seem to misunderstand the point in my topic. When I say education is unimportant it is from the point of school. I belive that everyone would do better learning with own experience and not just stop and listen the better of finding is that with natural learning not…
148.
Children should be taught foreign languages in elementary school
For
I don't have time to post a argument at the moment, something came up. I will make sure to post for the next round though! My apology's to all voters and to Con! :)
I believe that it is of the up-most importance for students to take a foreign language in elementary school (or earlier), for it develops their thinking skills and opens their minds to other ways of the world {1}. -- Can studying a second language in elementary school boost…
Against
I conclude with what I've said for my part of the debate. Children should enjoy the right to choose like we do.
I have nothing to add.
149.
All school students should complete two hours of homework nightly
For
I have mixed feelings about this issue, but this sounds like it will be fun. "I believe school kids should not be completing 2 HOURS of Homework each night! Kids need some leisure time as well! " My opponent's reason for not participating in a educational activity crucial to…
Against
No Argument given by the opponent = No Rebuttal. Another point I would like to show is that kids DO need other things to keep their mind active. Instead of just work work work. They could play Brain Training games or even some board games? Wouldn't it be wiser to invest their…
Nice Arguments, Now on to the rebuttal! "What harm comes from homework?" There is NO harm from Homework, just that the fact that students should be doing more work once they get to home sound stupid! "Why play Xbox, check your phone in school, instead of bettering yourself in…
150.
Art and music should be mandatory in elementary schools
For
Kids should learn the Skills. They should have to try out an instrument. If they don't learn it then that could hold them back from finding a hidden talent hidden inside. They should not have to take math but not learn Art or something that they could be really good at.
Well I did misunderstand because I didn't know that they force kids in which case I agree but there are musicians out there that make a lot of money off what they do.
Against
Students should not be required to study art and music in secondary school. Most Americans will not become musicians or artists in their life, so it is a complete waste of their time to be studying a topic that they probably have little to no interest in. Skill sets such as…
You misunderstand my argument; I'm not saying there shouldn't be any music and art programs, I'm just saying students shouldn't be forced to take them. You stated that "If they don't like it then they don't have to continue the next Quarter." In Elementary School, they take…

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