No more freedom in school - 3

Platinum · 05-31-2016

The point of debating is not to change the world, but to improve your ability to provide an argument. It's as simple as that. I hate to say this but you being a 14 year old student talking about why abortion is good isn't going to make any laws or turn all of America (or whatever country you're from) into abortion-loving psycopaths. Thus, it's safe to argue whatever you like because it won't matter at all. Have to argue ISIS is great? well you might get arrested but you can say that because it's not going to change the Government into supporting ISIS and bombing Europe.

You're going to be given what you're given because one day in later life, you're going to have to argue against what you believe in, especially if you're a lawyer or politician or simply trying to suck up to your boss. You can't argue your side all the time, no matter how big or small.

By exposing yourself to the other side of the argument, you are opening your mind to other's experiences. Here's something for you. I 100% hate fossil fuels and think they are awful. But, I recently had to debate for fossil fuels, and said that planes and major transportation devices rely on fossil fuels. I lost, because I didn't have much experience in fossil fuels (to be fair it was a short-prep and there were 2 other people so), but it did mean that I was more open to the conditions of the world.

Note: sorry for the bad writing. it's like 8:am and i got no sleep last night at all and have to rush coz school. damn now i have no time for my make-up i hope youre happy
damn i almost wrote an essay on why you should debate lol. there's a reason for you; i debate and it's made essay writing x10 easier for me as I practically write an essay every week lol.

Red · 06-01-2016

You do realize you're discussing a topic and researching it, It's not like they asked you to punch a pregnant woman in the stomach.

PigParty · 06-01-2016

Dusty's right. It's providing an argument, not sharing your personal opinion. There are times abortion is good. You just need to research other peoples' sides and develop an argument for it.

I wish I got to write essays like that in school. We always had to do life story essays, which I found exceptionally boring and repetitive.

Wolfie · 06-01-2016

No one is asking you for your opinions.
Your teacher only wants you to write an essay with FACTS, not WHAT YOU THINK.
I wish my school make me write essays on disputes like this. My classes always make me write essays about what we read in class, what we learned, and life, which is pretty boring.

Just write it lol. Research it, and write it.
Not that hard and it allows you to see both sides of the spectrum.

Crono · 06-01-2016

there is no freedom in US schools

one of the most liberating things i experienced was when we moved from the US to Sweden. here you can pretty much leave campus during breaks and do whatever you want in town so long as you're back in time for the next class.

Ivy · 06-01-2016

Posted by Crono

there is no freedom in US schools

one of the most liberating things i experienced was when we moved from the US to Sweden. here you can pretty much leave campus during breaks and do whatever you want in town so long as you're back in time for the next class.

How does one apply for citizenship

Wolfie · 06-01-2016

Posted by Crono

there is no freedom in US schools

one of the most liberating things i experienced was when we moved from the US to Sweden. here you can pretty much leave campus during breaks and do whatever you want in town so long as you're back in time for the next class.

Oh wow.
That sounds fun.

5hift · 06-01-2016

Posted by Crono

there is no freedom in US schools

one of the most liberating things i experienced was when we moved from the US to Sweden. here you can pretty much leave campus during breaks and do whatever you want in town so long as you're back in time for the next class.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but don't universities pretty much anywhere have the same thing?

Crono · 06-01-2016

Posted by 5hift

Correct me if I'm wrong, but don't universities pretty much anywhere have the same thing?

universities? lmao im talking about elementary and above

5hift · 06-01-2016

Posted by Crono

universities? lmao im talking about elementary and above

TF, that's kinda messed up for younger students.

Crono · 06-01-2016

Posted by 5hift

TF, that's kinda messed up for younger students.

really isnt, you'll understand freedom one day~~~

Dusty · 06-01-2016

Posted by Crono

really isnt, you'll understand freedom one day~~~

For elementary students I can understand the problem with letting them leave school unattended. In some states you're too young to be alone by yourself until you hit middle school, so it wouldn't make sense to let children leave school premises without supervision until then. After all, in America schools are held responsible for children safety and everyone here is very sue-happy.

Sir · 06-01-2016

Posted by Dusty

For elementary students I can understand the problem with letting them leave school unattended. In some states you're too young to be alone by yourself until you hit middle school, so it wouldn't make sense to let children leave school premises without supervision until then. After all, in America schools are held responsible for children safety and everyone here is very sue-happy.

Absolutely, in my town the elementary school is across the street from a gun store, and a bar. The only other things around are a liquor store and a subway. (*********s) Definitely not the best to let kids run around freely in this area.

Wolfie · 06-01-2016

Posted by Crono

universities? lmao im talking about elementary and above

Wtf that is dangerous. Who lets elementary kids roam the streets unsupervised??

DJ Meow · 06-01-2016

naw i think this is some bull ****. im suing and taking them court

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Platinum Back from the dead? Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Australia Posts: 2,533	The point of debating is not to change the world, but to improve your ability to provide an argument. It's as simple as that. I hate to say this but you being a 14 year old student talking about why abortion is good isn't going to make any laws or turn all of America (or whatever country you're from) into abortion-loving psycopaths. Thus, it's safe to argue whatever you like because it won't matter at all. Have to argue ISIS is great? well you might get arrested but you can say that because it's not going to change the Government into supporting ISIS and bombing Europe. You're going to be given what you're given because one day in later life, you're going to have to argue against what you believe in, especially if you're a lawyer or politician or simply trying to suck up to your boss. You can't argue your side all the time, no matter how big or small. By exposing yourself to the other side of the argument, you are opening your mind to other's experiences. Here's something for you. I 100% hate fossil fuels and think they are awful. But, I recently had to debate for fossil fuels, and said that planes and major transportation devices rely on fossil fuels. I lost, because I didn't have much experience in fossil fuels (to be fair it was a short-prep and there were 2 other people so), but it did mean that I was more open to the conditions of the world. Note: sorry for the bad writing. it's like 8:am and i got no sleep last night at all and have to rush coz school. damn now i have no time for my make-up i hope youre happy damn i almost wrote an essay on why you should debate lol. there's a reason for you; i debate and it's made essay writing x10 easier for me as I practically write an essay every week lol.

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Red Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Australia Posts: 3,255	You do realize you're discussing a topic and researching it, It's not like they asked you to punch a pregnant woman in the stomach.

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PigParty PigParty🐷 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: PigPen Posts: 2,913	Dusty's right. It's providing an argument, not sharing your personal opinion. There are times abortion is good. You just need to research other peoples' sides and develop an argument for it. I wish I got to write essays like that in school. We always had to do life story essays, which I found exceptionally boring and repetitive.

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Wolfie Terra Branford Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Next to you Posts: 3,284	No one is asking you for your opinions. Your teacher only wants you to write an essay with FACTS, not WHAT YOU THINK. I wish my school make me write essays on disputes like this. My classes always make me write essays about what we read in class, what we learned, and life, which is pretty boring. Just write it lol. Research it, and write it. Not that hard and it allows you to see both sides of the spectrum.

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Crono :pluffy: Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 5,946	there is no freedom in US schools one of the most liberating things i experienced was when we moved from the US to Sweden. here you can pretty much leave campus during breaks and do whatever you want in town so long as you're back in time for the next class.

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DJ Meow Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Kitty Heaven Posts: 539	naw i think this is some bull ****. im suing and taking them court