The theory and practice of argumentation and debate

"The Theory and Practice of Argumentation and Debate" by Victor Alvin Ketcham is an educational guide crafted in the early 1900s for anyone wanting to get better at arguing, whether by speaking or writing. It works as a tool for both students and teachers, concentrating on building up useful skills for putting arguments together and sharing them effectively. This book puts emphasis on doing actual argumentation exercises before getting too deep into the theories behind it, which can be extremely beneficial for people in school. It sets out to give simple and actionable steps for delivering persuasive arguments. Ketcham underlines how vital it is to get good at both giving arguments and also defending them, focusing on the skills of convincing others and breaking down the points being made. He goes on to explain that knowing how argumentation works not only matters for doing well in school but also for handling situations in life where being able to get your point across clearly can really make a difference. The book also looks at how debate can improve learning, saying it's a great way to develop critical thinking and the ability to express your thoughts in a convincing way.