Carter King at Midtown High School
2023 — Atlanta, GA/US
Novice LD Paradigm List
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Framework (Value/Value Criterion): I expect both debaters to clearly articulate a value and value criterion (VC) that guide their argumentation.
Clash and Impact Calculus: I highly value clash in the debate. The debater who directly engages with their opponent’s arguments and demonstrates why their own case should be preferred will have an advantage. Stay respectful.
Evidence and Warranting: I prefer well-warranted arguments. Evidence is important, but it’s not just about who has more cards. I need to see a clear explanation of why the evidence matters in context and how it supports your arguments.
Spread: I am okay with moderate speed, but I believe clarity is more important than quantity. If I cannot understand you, I cannot flow your arguments, and they won’t factor into my decision. Please slow down for taglines and important points.
1- Clear arguments and contentions. Call them out clearly.
2- Reduced spreading. The faster you speak the less I understand of your argument.
3- Respect to your teammate and your opponent.
4- Weighing. Tell me why your contentions outweigh those of your opponent
I'm a 4th-year varsity debater at Sequoyah High School
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How I will evaluate the debate/general thoughts:
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You can go as fast as you want, but please don't spread. And one tip I will give: don't sacrifice clarity for speed (I can't flow what I can't understand)
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Please extend all of your arguments
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Weigh arguments and use ballot directing language - you can do this with an overview in the last speech that tells me how you win or with voters; I don't care.
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Both carded evidence and logic rebuttals are good.
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If you can, please number your responses to arguments so I know if I missed anything
Crossfire:
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You can be aggressive; please don't be rude (Rudeness = lower speaks)
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Overall I will not flow cross, so if you make a good point that you believe should be on the flow, make sure to bring it up in your following speech.
Speaker points and RDF:
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As for speaker points, as long as you speak clearly and know your evidence, you should be fine; adding any puns or references from marvel or star wars will boost your speaker points. Or you can follow me at Mg_haggerty on Instagram and send me your favorite meme!
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I will try to disclose and give you a detailed RDF
If you have any questions at all, you can ask me in round or email me at magghagg927@gmail.com
Have a good time and good luck debating