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    RESOURCES

    CAMBRIDGE DEBATE INSTITUTE

    4TOP
    COMPARISON TACTICS
    TO EFFECTIVELY COMMUNICATE
    EVIDENCE QUALITY AND SIGNIFICANCE

    Often, winning an argument and a debate comes down to nothing more than
    the quality of your evidence, as perceived by the judge. To win these crucial
    evidentiary clashes, you need to be able to tell the judge in precise terms why
    your evidence is more believable.

    Comparison tactics lay the framework to effectively elevate evidence

    When compared head-on against others, the following details help differentiate
    your evidence and influence the way judges weigh your arguments.

    METHODOLOGY
    Present undeniable approaches
    Is the evidence based on a survey? On one person's opinion?
    On a peer-reviewed study? On a peer-reviewed meta-study?
    The rigor of the research methodology is a major
    differentiating factor.

    Example: In a double-blind study with a sample size of 43,000... (more


    reliable than a college study not accounting for confounding variables)

    RECENCY
    Highlight currency of research
    How long ago was this evidence published? Especially when
    making arguments about current events, evidence that is not
    recent may no longer be relevant.

    Example: Published only three months ago... (superseding prior


    results from outdated technology)

    AUTHOR QUALIFICATION
    Cite quality credentials
    Is the evidence from a professor? A blogger? A researcher?
    Keep in mind who is most qualified to speak on a particular
    topic.

    Example: A professor of economics, mentor to Daniel Kahneman,


    father of modern day behavioral economics... (as opposed to decision-
    making hobbyist who studied art)

    SOURCE OF BIAS
    Note and define perspectives
    Is the evidence from a partisan think tank? A politician? Keep
    in mind the possible biases of the author on a particular
    topic.

    Example: Without conflict of interest... (allowing for reliable and


    authentic points of views not skewed by personal agendas)

    CDI Tutor Tips

    These 4 comparison tactics help differentiate your evidence and


    qualify your arguments over those of your opponent. True or not,
    these are influential factors that inform judges how effective and
    determine what basis your arguments have.

    Reference as many of these comparisons as possible to standout in


    a round. Leverage them to choose the strongest evidence during
    preparation, drive momentum in your argument, and refute weak
    ground your opponents may be standing on.

    Want to learn how to string these comparison tactics


    together and qualify your evidence? Reach out to us!
    www.cambridgedebateinstitute.com
    team@cambridgedebateinstitute.com

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