Business (10/4-7) – debate

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Guidelines

  1. Individuals or teams will take a side of an issue chosen by the teacher to debate upon, which the students can express before preparation. 
  2. They will have 2 minutes to form a proposal/rebuttal. Writing implements will be provided by the teacher as requested.
  3. The side that is in favor of the proposal will speak first.
  4. There will be two or three rounds of speaking in the debate.
  5. Speaking time on the topic will be between 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. There will be one minute to prepare a rebuttal, request for clarification, question or additional points. 
  7. The teacher will evaluate the arguments and give feedback.
  8. Enjoy expressing your opinion!

1. Is remote work a viable long-term strategy for businesses, or should companies prioritize in-person work?

2. Should employees be required to attend work events where alcohol is served?

3. Which is more likely to lead to customer satisfaction: e-commerce or brick-and-mortar?

4. Which is more rewarding: entrepreneurship or working?

5. Is a four-day workweek a viable option for businesses?

6. Is it better to be a strict or a lenient leader?

7.Should Japan implement a Universal Basic Income (UBI) to address poverty and inequality?

8.Should Japan increase its efforts to address the issue of urbanization and its impact on rural areas?

9.Is it better to live in a big city or a small town?

10.Should the voting age be lowered to 16?