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Speaking debate ;
-For : thank you ,. We are debating the resolution” chủ đề” we on the affirmative tea, strongly
support this resolution . we are three reason:…( our first point is ..) -
Topic 1: Parents are too permissive with their children nowadays. For:
1. Independence and Self-Reliance: Instead of being restricted and controlled in every aspect,
children are encouraged to think for themselves and make decisions, fostering their
independence and self-reliance from a young age.
2. Respect: Permissiveness helps create a family environment where children's opinions are
respected, thereby promoting their confidence and self-esteem.
3. Flexibility: With permissiveness, children have the opportunity to express themselves and
develop naturally, rather than being constrained by rigid rules. Against:
1. Lack of Boundaries: Excessive permissiveness can lead to children not understanding
boundaries and not knowing how to control their behavior, resulting in undesirable conduct.
2. Lack of Discipline: Over-permissive parents may lack discipline and responsibility in their
children, leading to a lack of self-discipline and ethics.
3. Arrogance and Impatience: Children can become arrogant and difficult to control when not
properly guided and educated about the values and skills needed in life.
Topic:2 Household Duties Should Be Equally Divided. For:
1. Gender Equality: Equally dividing household chores promotes gender equality by breaking
traditional gender roles and stereotypes, allowing both partners to share responsibilities regardless of gender.
2. Work-Life Balance: Fairly sharing household tasks helps maintain a better work-life balance
for both partners, reducing stress and fostering harmony in the relationship.
3. Role Models for Children: When children see both parents sharing responsibilities in
household chores fairly, they learn valuable lessons about cooperation, mutual respect, and gender equality. Against:
1. Individual Strengths: Household chores should be based on individual strengths and
preferences rather than strict equality, as each partner may excel in different areas, leading to
more efficient task completion.
2. Flexibility in Arrangements: Household duties should be allocated based on practicality and
necessity rather than strict equality, allowing for flexibility and adaptation to changes.
3. Communication and Collaboration: Effective communication and collaboration between
partners are more important than strictly dividing household chores, as it promotes understanding
and mutual support in the relationship.
Topic3: Parents Can No Longer Control What Their Children Do. For:
1. Independence: Allowing children to manage and make their own decisions helps them develop
independence and self-management skills.
2. Learning from Mistakes: When children have freedom in decision-making, they have the
opportunity to learn from their own mistakes and experiences, fostering management skills and self-awareness.
3. Building Better Relationships: Respect and confidence are demonstrated through parents' trust
and respect for children's self-management, creating a more harmonious and cohesive family environment. Against:
1. Risks: Lack of control over children can lead to risks and undesirable consequences when they
are exposed to negative influences from society or friends.
2. Lack of Guidance: Children need guidance and supervision from parents to develop safely and
healthily, and not controlling them can lead to them falling into dangerous situations.
3. Lack of Responsibility: Parents need to ensure that children adhere to safety rules and limits,
and not controlling them can lead to irresponsibility and lack of ethics in children's behavior.
4. Parents still exercise a greater influence over their children than anyone or anything else. Supporting:
1. Early Development: Parents exert the earliest and most profound influence on their children's
development, shaping their values, beliefs, and behaviors from a young age.
2. Role Modeling: Parents serve as the primary role models for their children, influencing their
attitudes, aspirations, and interpersonal relationships through their actions.
3. Emotional Bond: The emotional bond between parents and children is unparalleled, creating a
foundation of trust, safety, and support that significantly impacts the mental and emotional well- being of children. Opposing:
1. Influence from Peers: As children grow older, influence from friends and social groups can
become more significant than that of parents, especially during adolescence when peer
relationships become more central to identity formation.
2. Media and Technology Influence: With the explosion of media and technology, influence
from external sources such as social media and the internet can sometimes overshadow parental
influence, particularly if parents fail to monitor or regulate their children's media consumption, leading to negative behaviors.
3. Educational and Organizational Influence: Teachers, mentors, and other authority figures in
educational and organizational settings can also have a significant impact on children's beliefs,
attitudes, and behaviors, sometimes surpassing or even conflicting with parental influence.
Topic 5: Nowadays children do not get as much attention from their parents as children did in
the past, but children probably suffered more in the past. For:
1. Even Distribution of Care: Today, parents may face more pressures from work and life,
resulting in less time for their children. However, they can strive to share their time and attention more evenly.
2. Creative Solutions: They can create valuable moments like outdoor activities for their children
that they may not have experienced in the past.
3. Better Understanding: Nowadays, parents have easy access to information and knowledge to
better understand how to nurture their children, thereby reducing loss and loneliness. Against:
1. Lack of Quality Time: While parents may spend more time with their children, that time may
lack quality and genuine focus from the parents.
2. Physical and Mental Loneliness: Today's children may lack physical and emotional connection
from their parents, leading to loneliness and difficulties in psychological development.
3. Impact of Technology: Technological advancements may reduce direct bonding and
communication between parents and children, causing feelings of loneliness and neglect.
6/Children should be required to help with household tasks as soon as they can do so.
1. Developing children's skills through household chores: Teaching children how to cook, clean,
and organize not only helps them learn how to care for themselves and those around them but
also instills a sense of responsibility and independence from a young age.
2. Promoting creativity and confidence: Engaging in activities where children can find solutions
to problems and apply them in real life not only fosters creativity and self-confidence but also
teaches valuable life skills that they can carry into adulthood. 3. Fostering family bonding
: Providing opportunities for everyone to complete tasks together not
only creates a bond between family members, leading to happy memories but also teaches the
importance of teamwork and cooperation in achieving common goals. Against :
1. Pressure and reduced creativity: Assigning household chores( công việc nhà ) can create
unnecessary pressure for children, affecting their joy and creativity. Instead of being free to
explore and imagine, children may feel constrained by household tasks, diminishing their ability to develop creativity.
2. Limited time for play and free activities: Participating in household chores can reduce the time
children have for play and free activities, thereby diminishing their natural development and creativity.
3. Family conflict and tension: If household chores are not fairly distributed or if children feel
overwhelming pressure, it can lead to conflicts and tension within the family. Instead of bonding
and supporting each other, the pressure may weaken family relationships and create an unhealthy
environment for children's development.
7/Having older people living in the family home is more advantageous For:
1. Family Care: Elderly individuals may need care and support from their family, and living with
them helps ensure they are cared for and looked after properly.
2. Preservation of Family Traditions: Living with elderly family members helps maintain and
preserve family traditions, creating a warm and cohesive family environment.
3. Shared Responsibilities: Having elderly individuals in the home helps distribute
responsibilities in caring for the family and the household, reducing the burden on other
members, especially in childcare or household chores.
4. Knowledge and Experience: Elderly individuals often have vast knowledge and life
experience, which they can share valuable lessons from and provide support in educating and guiding younger generations. Against :
Family Care: Elderly individuals may need care and support from their family, and living with
them helps ensure they are cared for and looked after properly.
Preservation of Family Traditions: Living with elderly family members helps maintain and
preserve family traditions, creating a warm and cohesive family environment.
Shared Responsibilities: Having elderly individuals in the home helps distribute responsibilities
in caring for the family and the household, reducing the burden on other members, especially in childcare or household chores.
Knowledge and Experience: Elderly individuals often have vast knowledge and life experience,
which they can share valuable lessons and provide support in educating and guiding younger generations.
8/ the extended family is less important now than it was in the past (+)
1. Independence and Autonomy: Younger individuals tend to live independently and separately
to pursue their careers and personal lives, relying less on family than before. This helps them
develop self-management skills and make decisions about their lives.
2. Development of Modern Society: Social services, healthcare, and education have developed,
reducing reliance on extended families. These professional services ensure better quality care and support for everyone.
3. Geographical Dispersal: Migration and globalization have caused many families to live apart,
making it difficult for extended family members to bond. This leads to fewer opportunities for
emotional connection and bonding among family members. Against :
1. Mutual Care( chăm sóc lẫn nhau ): Extended families provide crucial support networks, with
older adults caring for young children and vice versa. This support creates a safe and reliable
environment for all family members.
2. Tradition and Family Values: Extended families maintain and pass on family values and
traditions through generations. These values help members understand their origins and identity better.
3. Psychological Well-being( sức khỏe tâm lý ): Extended families offer emotional and
psychological support, reducing stress and enhancing mental health. This connection and sharing
create a positive and harmonious( hòa thuận ) living environment. 9/
1.Meritocracy: Rewarding based on ability promotes fair competition and continuous
improvement. Individuals are recognized and rewarded solely for their skills and contributions,
fostering motivation and fairness.
2. Encouraging creativity: Rewarding based on ability fosters innovative thinking. Individuals
feel empowered to propose new ideas, knowing their efforts will be recognized regardless of age or experience.
3.Equality of opportunity: Rewarding based on ability promotes equal opportunities by ensuring
that everyone has a fair chance to succeed based on their skills and efforts, rather than being
limited or advantaged by factors such as age or tenure. Against:
1. Value of Experience: Experience brings deep insights and invaluable knowledge accumulated
over years of practice and learning. Rewarding solely based on ability may overlook this wealth of knowledge.
2. Risk of Bias: Relying solely on ability for rewards can lead to bias as subjective assessments
of ability may be influenced by unconscious biases. This could result in unfair treatment and discrimination.
3. Motivation and Retention of Employees: Rewarding solely based on ability may demotivate
older or experienced employees, as they may feel undervalued despite their significant
contributions. This could lead to a decrease in morale and retention issues within the organization.
10/ it is more important to have an enjoyable than to earn a lot of money. In favor:
1. Mental well-being: A joyful life can positively contribute to your mental well-being. It helps
reduce stress, anxiety, and enhances optimism, creating a positive mood and satisfaction with life.
2. Stronger social relationships: Happiness and joy can foster a positive environment for
interaction with others. A happy person is often more easily integrated and establishes stronger social relationships.
3. Meaning and fulfillment: A happy life often goes hand in hand with seeking meaning and
genuine happiness. When you engage in activities you love and find meaningful, you feel more
satisfied and fulfilled, beyond just earning money. Against:
1. Financial security: Earning more money provides a level of financial security, helping you to
cope with financial difficulties and crises that may arise in life.
2. Opportunities and diversity: Money opens up opportunities and diversity in life. It allows you
to pursue dreams, and long-term plans, explore the world, and experience new things that a
solely joyful life may not bring.
3. Independence and freedom: Money also brings independence and freedom. It enables you to
make decisions about your life, free from financial constraints or the influence of others.
11/Many people decide on a career path early in their lives and keep to it . this they argue,
leads to a more satisfying working life. In favor:
1. Early Clarity and Focus: Deciding on a career path early helps individuals focus on goals and
provides clarity about their path, creating a sense of guidance and purpose in their working lives.
2. Opportunities for Skill Development: Sticking to a chosen career path allows individuals to
dedicate time and effort to develop relevant skills and expertise, making them proficient and satisfied in their jobs.
3. Consistency and Stability: Early career decisions often bring consistency and stability to a
person's professional life, contributing to satisfaction and confidence in their work. Against:
1. Limiting Exploration: Deciding on a career path early may limit exploration and
experimentation, leading to feelings of regret or dissatisfaction when not given the chance to try different fields.
2. Personal Priorities Change: Development and changes in life can alter personal priorities and
values, rendering the initial career choice less suitable and causing a sense of being stuck.
3. Missed Development Opportunities: Sticking to one career path may result in missed
opportunities for exploration and growth, lacking new experiences and diversity in one's career.
12/Some people prefer to do the same job for the same company , whereas others prefer to change jobs frequently. . In favor:
1. Stability and professionalism: Long-term commitment to the same job and company can build
stability and professionalism in your career, creating opportunities for advancement and developing specialized skills.
2. In-depth understanding of the job: Spending extended time in the same field can help you
develop deep understanding and expertise, leveraging knowledge for career success.
3. Career shaping and goal setting: Deciding on a career path early can help you focus on a
specific goal and develop plans to achieve it. Against:
1. Limited experience and development: Long-term commitment to the same job may limit your
ability to gain new experiences and develop professionally. You might get stuck in a specific role
without opportunities to explore new fields or develop new skills.
2. Discontent and loss of motivation: While stability may provide security, it can also lead to
discontent and loss of motivation.
3. Lack of flexibility and adaptability: Long-term commitment to the same job may reduce your
ability to adapt to changes and new opportunities.
13/ it is better for people to work alongside of others. For:
1. Enhances creativity and efficiency:
- Working in a team facilitates the exchange of ideas and experiences, leading to more creative and effective solutions.
- Collaboration allows for a rational division of work, making the best use of each member's
skills and improving overall efficiency. 2. Develops soft skills:
- Working with others helps develop communication, listening, and persuasion skills.
- It also improves time management and organizational skills through team coordination.
3. Boosts motivation and reduces stress:
- Mutual support ( hỗ trợ lẫn nhau ) and encouragement within the team create a positive work environment, reducing stress.
- Sharing tasks and responsibilities lightens individual workloads, leading to a greater sense of ease and confidence. : Against :
1. Loss of freedom and independence:
- Working in a team may limit one's ability to make decisions and work according to personal preferences.
- There's a risk of losing creativity and the ability to come up with unique solutions if
influenced by the group's opinions. 2. Conflict and time loss:
- Differences in view points and working styles can lead to conflicts and time loss in reaching consensus.
- It may require a significant amount of time for discussions and negotiations before making final decisions or solutions.
3. Risk of low productivity and dependence on others:
- Within a team, there's a risk that some members may not fulfill their tasks, affecting the
overall productivity of the team.
- On the other hand, some individuals work efficiently when working alone, as they can focus
on tasks without interruptions or dependency on others.
14/ working alone offers several advantages over working with a group of people 1. Independence and autonomy:
- Working alone provides individuals with complete control over their work schedule, tasks,
and decisions. They can work at their own pace and in their preferred environment ( môi trường
yêu thích) without being influenced by external factors(Bị ảnh hưởng bởi các yếu tố bên ngoài).
2. Reduced distractions: - Working solo minimizes interruptions and disturbances compared to
group environments, helping individuals maintain focus and work efficiency without
interruptions from discussions or meetings. 3. Increased productivity:
- Working alone eliminates the need for coordination and consensus-building among team
members, leading to quick decision-making and adaptation to individual preferences. This often
results in enhanced productivity and work efficiency. Against :
1. Lack of support and feedback from others:
- When working alone, there is no support from colleagues or feedback from others.
-This can reduce opportunities for improvement and skill development, as well as make the work
process feel more lonely and challenging.
2. Reduced creativity and collaboration:
- Working alone may decrease opportunities for exchanging ideas and collaborating with others.
- Diversity in thinking and perspectives from different individuals can be a source of creative
inspiration and lead to better problem-solving.
3. Risk of losing motivation and feeling lonely:
- Working alone can lead to feelings of loneliness and loss of motivation, especially without encouragement from others.
- The lack of support and social interaction may affect one's morale and work performance.
15/"Television is doing irreparable harm" Against:
1. Providing knowledge and education
Television offers a wealth of diverse content and valuable information. Viewers can select
content to expand their knowledge and thinking.
2. Developing language skills and critical thinking
High-quality television programs help develop language skills, critical thinking, and scientific
knowledge. With selection and supervision, television becomes an effective learning tool.
3. Entertainment and stress relief
Television provides a variety of wholesome entertainment programs, helping viewers relax and
relieve stress after a long day of work. When used appropriately and in moderation, television
can provide mental benefits without long-term harm. For : 1. Negative Impact on Health:
- Television promotes unhealthy lifestyles through advertisements and violent programs,
contributing to obesity and stress.
2. Imbalance of Time and Creativity Stifling:
- Watching TV excessively disrupts time balance and stifles creativity, affecting learning and personal development.
- Television habits often discourage creative thinking and problem-solving skills, thus
hindering holistic personal growth. 3. Social Pressure:
- Television often imposes unrealistic standards of beauty and success, contributing to a society of conformity and consumerism.
Topic 16: In many parts of the world, there is continuous coverage of sport on television. Some
people believe this discourages the young from taking part in any sport themselves. For:
1. Lack of Motivation: Watching sports on TV may reduce the motivation of children to
participate in sports themselves as they might feel satisfied just by watching.
2. Time Constraints and Laziness: Watching sports on TV may make children lose interest and
time for exercise and participation in extracurricular activities.
3. Comparisons and Confidence: Regularly comparing oneself to professional athletes on TV
may diminish children's confidence and enthusiasm for participating in sports. Against:
1. Encouragement and Inspiration: Watching sports on TV can encourage and inspire children to
engage in sports activities as they see athletes they admire.
2. Knowledge and Understanding: Watching sports on TV provides knowledge and
understanding of various sports, which can stimulate children's interest and participation.
3. Stimulating Competition: Following sports matches and competitions on TV can stimulate
competition and the desire to win in children, encouraging them to participate in sports activities.
Topic 17: Popular icons such as sports stars or movie celebrities play an important part in
shaping the character of young people because they may act as role models. For:
1. Strong Influence: Famous icons like athletes or movie stars can have a strong influence in
shaping the character of young people as they are often admired and seen as role models.
2. Motivation: Seeing the success of these icons, youth may feel motivated to pursue personal
goals and achieve success in life.
3. Examples and Actions: Famous icons often serve as good examples and inspire through their
actions and words, helping children learn and develop. Against:
1. Negative Influence: Some famous icons may exhibit unhealthy behavior or have negative
influence on the behavior and thinking of young people.
2. Disillusionment and Discrimination: Some famous icons may become outdated and unreliable,
leading to disillusionment and disappointment among children.
3. Overconfidence and Ostentation: Some famous icons may exhibit overconfidence and flaunt
their success, leading to unhealthy encouragement among children. For:
1. Professional athletes often sacrifice significant time and effort to achieve success in their
careers, so high income serves as a deserved reward for their dedication.
2. The high income of athletes reflects the business and entertainment value that sports bring,
attracting attention and support from fans and businesses.
3. The high income of professional athletes can motivate young talents, promote the
development of sports, and create opportunities for many individuals. Against:
1. Income Inequality: The significant income gap between athletes and other professions may
create social inequality and injustice.
2. The excessive focus on financial gain may undermine the value of other professions and
contribute to discrimination and social disharmony.
3. Excessive emphasis on money can lead to moral and spiritual degradation, negatively
impacting the personal development of athletes.
19/ The mass media, including television, radio, and newspapers, have a great influence in shaping people's ideas. For:
1. The mass media enhances social awareness and facilitates information sharing, enabling
people to engage in more informed discussions and decision-making.
2. The positive impact of the mass media can educate and raise awareness about important issues
such as the environment, equality, and peace.
3. The mass media is a crucial tool for communication and social connection, providing
opportunities for sharing stories and experiences among communities. Against:
1. The mass media can be used to control information and manipulate opinions, leading to
imbalance and lack of transparency in media.
2. Impact of Sound and Image: The influence of the mass media can contribute to cultural
misrepresentation and imposition, contributing to diversity and discrimination in society.
3. The mass media can generate excessive information, leading consumers to lack discernment between reality and illusion.
20. Attendance vs. Television for Live Performances: - For:
1. Live Experience and Encouragement: Direct interaction with artists and the audience
creates an interactive and vibrant experience, fostering connection and emotion.
2. Special and Exciting Feeling: The atmosphere of live performances brings about a unique
and exciting feeling not found when watching on television, making the experience more memorable.
3. Engaging and Dynamic: Live performances often have an engaging and dynamic quality
that cannot be compared, creating a unique cultural and entertainment space. - Against:
1. Convenience and Time Saving: Watching television is more convenient and time-saving,
without the need to travel or face risks like traffic and weather.
2. Detail and Richness: Television provides a detailed and rich perspective with multiple
angles and images, allowing viewers to enjoy the dynamics and details of the performance.
3. Comfort and Friendliness: Watching on television allows viewers to enjoy the comfort and
friendliness of being at home, without pressure from the environment or surrounding people.
21. Future of Radio Compared to Television and Internet: - For:
1. Flexibility and Convenience: Radio remains a flexible and accessible medium, suitable for all audiences and situations.
2. Diverse and Rich Content: Radio offers a variety of programs with diverse content ranging
from music, news, and talk shows on various topics, attracting all ages and interests.
3. Expansion and Development Potential: Radio still has the potential to develop with the use
of new technologies such as online broadcasting and podcasts, helping it maintain its appeal and influence in the future. - Against:
1. Competition and Challenges: Radio must compete with the strong development of
television and the internet, especially in attracting younger users and advertising clients.
2. Limitations and Constraints: Radio has limitations in terms of media, unable to provide the
diverse experience and interaction like television and the internet.
3. Obsolescence and Decline: In the era of digital technology and digital media, radio faces
the risk of obsolescence or losing its popularity and influence.
Topic 22: Examinations exert a pernicious influence on education. For:
1. Causing Stress and Pressure: Exams create significant stress and pressure for students, leading
to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
2. Encouraging Rote Learning: Exams often encourage students to memorize information rather
than understand deeply and engage in critical thinking, limiting their creativity and problem- solving abilities.
3. Discrimination and Injustice: Exams may not accurately reflect students' abilities due to
external factors such as psychology, health, and different learning conditions. Against:
1. Objective Assessment: Exams provide an objective method of assessing students' knowledge
and abilities, helping determine their level of understanding and ability to apply knowledge.
2. Encouraging Competition: Exams promote healthy competition, encouraging students to strive and maximize their potential.
3. Preparing for the Future: Exams help students develop time management skills and work
under pressure, important skills for life and future careers.
Topic 23: Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect. For:
1. New Cultural Experience: Studying abroad offers the opportunity to experience new cultures,
meet people from different countries, and broaden one's perspective, aiding in holistic personal development.
2. Advanced Learning Opportunities: Foreign universities often have advanced facilities and
programs, providing excellent conditions for studying and research.
3. Language Skills Development: Studying abroad helps improve language skills, especially
English or other languages, which are crucial for international work. Against:
1. High Cost: Studying abroad requires significant expenses for tuition fees, living costs, and
other expenses, which can cause financial pressure for families.
2. Difficulties and Challenges: Students studying abroad face various challenges such as being
far from home, adapting to a new environment, and language barriers.
3. No Guarantee of Success: Studying abroad does not guarantee success or better job
opportunities after graduation, especially without a clear plan and family support.
Topic 24: Children should begin learning a foreign language as soon as they start school. For:
1. Easier at a Young Age: Children learn languages faster and more easily when they are young,
helping build a solid language foundation for the future.
2. Intellectual Development: Learning a foreign language helps develop cognitive skills such as
analysis, comparison, and memory, stimulating brain development and improving logical
thinking and problem-solving abilities.
3. Enhancing Cultural Understanding: Learning a foreign language helps children understand and
respect different cultures, promoting diversity and integration in society. Against:
1. Creating Learning Pressure: Starting to learn a foreign language early may create unnecessary
learning pressure for children, taking away the joy of learning.
2. Lack of Focus on Mother Tongue: Learning a foreign language too early may cause confusion
and affect the development of the child's mother tongue if the language foundation is not strong.
3. Resource and Training Requirements: Effective foreign language teaching requires specialized
teachers and appropriate teaching resources, which not all schools may be able to provide.
Topic 25: It is more important for students to study history and literature than it is for
them to study science and mathematics. For:
1. Understanding of Humanity and Society: History and literature help students understand
human beings, society, and culture, fostering critical thinking and communication skills.
2. Ethical and Humanistic Values: These subjects convey ethical and humanistic values, helping
students develop holistically and have a sense of social responsibility.
3. Important Soft Skills: Studying history and literature helps develop soft skills such as writing,
analysis, and interpretation, which are crucial in many fields. Against:
1. Importance of Science and Mathematics: Science and mathematics are the foundation of
technology and economic development, providing essential skills for many future professions.
2. Problem-solving and Creativity: Science and mathematics develop problem-solving skills and
logical thinking, encouraging creativity and innovation.
3. Practical Applications: These subjects have practical applications, helping students understand
and apply knowledge in their daily lives and future careers.
Topic 26: Teachers should give students homework every day. For:
1. Reinforcing Knowledge: Homework is an effective way to reinforce and deepen the
knowledge learned in class. Through extra practice, students have the opportunity to apply new
knowledge to real-life situations, helping them understand and remember better.
2. Building Discipline: Homework helps students build discipline, time management skills, and self-learning abilities.
3. Parental Monitoring: Homework allows parents to monitor their children's progress and provide support when needed. Against:
1. Causing Stress and Pressure: Daily homework can create unnecessary stress and pressure,
affecting students' mental health.
2. Reducing Leisure Time: Excessive homework reduces leisure time and participation in
extracurricular activities, which are important for children's holistic development.
3. Quality Over Quantity: The quality of homework is more important than quantity; a few
effective assignments may yield better results than assigning too much homework.
Topic 27: Universities should not accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. For:
1. Ensuring Ability and Passion: Admission should prioritize students' abilities and passions
rather than gender, ensuring high-quality education and equal opportunities.
2. Respecting Individual Choice: Allowing students to freely select their majors based on
personal interests and abilities without gender restrictions.
3. Developing Professional Competence: Encouraging the development of diverse skills and
competencies across different fields without being bound by mandatory gender quotas. Against:
1. Promoting Gender Equality: Encouraging gender balance by admitting equal numbers of male
and female students helps foster gender equality and dismantle gender stereotypes in various fields.
2. Creating a Diverse Learning Environment: Establishing a diverse gender representation in the
learning environment encourages varied perspectives and enriches overall growth and integration.
3. Ensuring Equal Opportunities: Accepting an equal number of male and female students
ensures equal opportunities in education and career advancement for all individuals.
Topic 28: Children who are taught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. For:
1. Development of Social Skills: Cooperation in learning and teamwork helps children develop
important social skills such as collaboration, communication, and respect for others' opinions.
These skills will support them in their future lives and careers.
2. Creating a Peaceful Environment: Collaboration creates a positive learning and working
environment, where everyone feels supported and encouraged. This contributes to building a peaceful and friendly society.
3. Encouraging Holistic Development: Cooperation fosters the holistic development of children,
including intellectual, emotional, and social aspects. Against:
1. Ability to Compete: Competition is an essential part of life and helps children develop a
competitive spirit and independence skills. Through competition, they learn how to overcome
challenges and achieve personal goals.
2. Preparing for Reality: The realities of life and work require competition. Teaching children
how to compete from an early age helps them better prepare for future challenges.
3. Development of Personal Skills: Competition encourages the development of personal skills
such as confidence, decisiveness, and self-assessment, thus empowering them in their careers and lives.
Topic 29: Rather than holding students back, modern technology has actually improved
standards of education considerably. For:
1. Convenience and Flexibility: Educational technology provides rich educational tools and
resources, allowing for personalized learning and development tailored to the individual needs of students.
2. Enhanced Interaction: Educational technology facilitates strong interaction and collaboration
between students and teachers, enhancing engagement and learning effectiveness.
3. Expanding Learning Scope: Educational technology opens doors to accessing knowledge and
information worldwide, expanding the scope of learning and understanding for students. Against:
1. Risk of Dependency: Over-reliance on educational technology can create a risk of dependency
on computers and the internet, diminishing students' ability for self-learning and independent research.
2. Security Risks: Using technology in education opens up risks of cyber security and privacy, especially for children.
3. Distraction and Lack of Focus: Technology can cause distractions and lack of focus during the
learning process, affecting the efficiency and quality of education.
Topic 30: Formal examinations are the only effective way to assess a student's performance. For:
1. Objective Assessment: Formal exams provide an objective way to assess students' knowledge
and competence, helping determine their level of understanding and progress.
2. Promoting Academic Pursuit: Regular exams create study motivation and provide a clear goal
for students, helping them focus on learning and prepare well for exams.
3. Comparison and Evaluation: Formal exams allow for comparison and evaluation of students'
academic performance, providing a basis for improving the quality of education. Against:
1. Limited Assessment Scope: Formal exams cannot comprehensively assess students'
knowledge and skills, overlooking aspects such as soft skills and creativity.
2. Pressure and Stress: Regular exams create unnecessary pressure and stress for students,
affecting their mental health and academic performance.
3. Bias and Injustice: Formal exams may be unfair and biased, therefore not accurately reflecting
students' abilities and potential.