Objective: To enhance the ability to engage in a thoughtful and educational discussion by weighing both sides of an argument, promoting open-mindedness, and improving persuasive speaking skills.
Debate Topic: Success in life: Is it driven by raw talent or by what we learn through education?
Debate Preparation:
Consider both sides of the argument. Reflect on situations where natural talent might outweigh education and vice versa. Think about how these factors contribute to personal growth, career success, and overall achievement.
INSTRUCTIONS: BEFORE STARTING THE ACTIVITY, MAKE SURE TO READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS FROM TOP TO BOTTOM.
In this activity, you don’t get to choose which side you’ll defend. If the first letter of your last name is a consonant, you will defend ‘Talent’, if it’s a vowel, you will defend ‘Education’.
Supporting arguments for your position: Present reasons why your side (natural talent or education) is more significant. For instance, if you argue for natural talent, explain how inherent abilities might lead to quicker success. If your side is education, discuss how knowledge and training build skills that lead to long-term achievements.
Conclusion: Wrap up your argument by explaining that while both matter, it’s still honesty, good character, and dedication that truly make the difference. Write your output in your Virtual Professionals notebook and make sure that it is composed of at least 200 words.
Do not use ChatGPT or any AI tools to generate your output. However, you may use ChatGPT to check the grammar.
Important Note: As much as possible, do this activity when you are calm, not rushed, and when your mind is clear and relaxed. Avoid doing it during busy or stressful moments to fully benefit from the experience.
How To Send:
Using your VP Gmail, add the SUBJECT line: Activity 72: Talent Vs. Education | VP Screen Name, and take a photo/s of your output and change the photo’s file name according to the sequence of the pages in your Virtual Professionals notebook. For example: Activity 72 (1), Activity 72 (2). Send it to info.virtualprofessionals@gmail.com and CC michelle.virtualprofessionals@gmail.com.
Goal: To broaden understanding by considering different viewpoints and forming balanced conclusions. This process encourages open-mindedness and the ability to adapt perspectives based on new insights and information.
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