Rufus King Tournament at Alverno College
2010 — US
Discussion
Abbreviation
Disc
Format
Speech
Entry Fee
$8.00
Entry Limit Per School
9
Entry
1 competitors per entry
Event Description:
The focus of this category is individual contribution to a discussion as opposed to debate, using John Dewey’s Problem-Solving Sequence in order to promote group achievement. No formal leadership from among thecontestants will be designated, rather, it will be shared among the participants or an informal leader will emerge. Discussion is designed to reward cooperation and contribution to the group's productivity. However, it is not expected that individual integrity be sacrificed. An individual in honest disagreement with the group might announce that disagreement but continue to contribute constructively as far as his/her position will permit. Incomplete analysis will not be rewarded.Preliminary Round Question: What, if anything, should be done to save the American automobile industry?
Final Round: What, if anything, can be done to protect the United States in the event of a worldwide oil shortage?