Fast-talking is tough to sell to people who believe that debate should be primarily about communication skills. A lot of us are willing to concede much of what speed critics fear; we say something like “Well, fast debate won’t make you eloquent, but boy will it improve your critical thinking skills.” I think that answer is right, but I also think it concedes too much.
Why Speed Is Good For Public Speaking
Why Speed Is Good For Public Speaking
Why Speed Is Good For Public Speaking
Fast-talking is tough to sell to people who believe that debate should be primarily about communication skills. A lot of us are willing to concede much of what speed critics fear; we say something like “Well, fast debate won’t make you eloquent, but boy will it improve your critical thinking skills.” I think that answer is right, but I also think it concedes too much.