Elements of Parliamentary Debate

Elements of Parliamentary Debate
Author: Trischa Goodnow Knapp
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Total Pages: 232
Release: 1999
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Elements of Parliamentary Debate: A Handbook is the first complete guide available to students on parliamentary debate. The brief handbook covers the basics of parliamentary debate in an easy-to-use and flexible format. Topics covered include debate preparation, resolution analysis, case construction, refutation, argumentation, and delivery and adjudication. As a text or supplement, Elements of Parliamentary Debate offers a handy reference guide to students, instructors and coaches interested in, or now practicing, parliamentary debate.


The Politics of Parliamentary Debate

The Politics of Parliamentary Debate
Author: Sven-Oliver Proksch
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 223
Release: 2015
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 110707276X

This book explains how parties and their members of parliament structure parliamentary debate, providing novel insights into intra-party politics and representation.


Introduction to Public Forum and Congressional Debate

Introduction to Public Forum and Congressional Debate
Author: Jeffrey Hannan
Publisher: Idea
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Debates and debating
ISBN: 9781617700385

Conceived and written by three of the most successful and talented National Forensic League coaches and educators, this text brings together current best practices for Public Forum and Congressional Debate.


Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised, 12th edition

Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised, 12th edition
Author: Henry M. Robert III
Publisher: PublicAffairs
Total Pages: 848
Release: 2020-08-25
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781541736696

The only current authorized edition of the classic work on parliamentary procedure--now in a new updated edition Robert's Rules of Order is the recognized guide to smooth, orderly, and fairly conducted meetings. This 12th edition is the only current manual to have been maintained and updated since 1876 under the continuing program established by General Henry M. Robert himself. As indispensable now as the original edition was more than a century ago, Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised is the acknowledged "gold standard" for meeting rules. New and enhanced features of this edition include: Section-based paragraph numbering to facilitate cross-references and e-book compatibility Expanded appendix of charts, tables, and lists Helpful summary explanations about postponing a motion, reconsidering a vote, making and enforcing points of order and appeals, and newly expanded procedures for filling blanks New provisions regarding debate on nominations, reopening nominations, and completing an election after its scheduled time Dozens more clarifications, additions, and refinements to improve the presentation of existing rules, incorporate new interpretations, and address common inquiries Coinciding with publication of the 12th edition, the authors of this manual have once again published an updated (3rd) edition of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised In Brief, a simple and concise introductory guide cross-referenced to it.


Debating in the World Schools Style

Debating in the World Schools Style
Author: Simon Quinn
Publisher: IDEA
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2009
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781932716559

Offers students an overview of the world schools style of debating, with expert advice for every stage of the process, including preparation, rebuttal, style, reply speeches, and points of information.


The Oxford Handbook of Legislative Studies

The Oxford Handbook of Legislative Studies
Author: Shane Martin
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 785
Release: 2014
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0199653011

Legislatures are arguably the most important political institution in modern democracies. The Oxford Handbook of Legislative Studies, written by some of the most distinguished legislative scholars in political science, provides a comprehensive and up-to-date description and critical assessment of the state of the art in this key area.