Oregon Oxford Preparation Debate

Global Issues

By Miss Jessy

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What global issues you think people need to focus the most?

​United Nations

​As the world’s only truly universal global organization, the United Nations has become the foremost forum to address issues that transcend national boundaries and cannot be resolved by any one country acting alone.

Multiple Choice

This is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for global public health.

• International Labor Organization (ILO)

• World Health Organization (WHO)

• International Monetary Fund (IMF)

• UN Tourism

• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

This is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for global public health. It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and has six regional offices and 150 field offices worldwide.

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What are global issues you know related to this organization?

Example Issues

• Global Pandemic Preparedness

• Universal Health Coverage

• Mental Health & Well-being

• Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)

• Climate Change & Health

Multiple Choice

This is a specialized agency of the United Nations which promotes responsible, sustainable and universally-accessible tourism.

• International Labor Organization (ILO)

• World Health Organization (WHO)

• International Monetary Fund (IMF)

• UN Tourism

• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

This is a specialized agency of the United Nations which promotes responsible, sustainable and universally-accessible tourism. Its headquarters are in Madrid, Spain.

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What are global issues you know related to this organization?

Example Issues

• Sustainable & Responsible Tourism

• Cultural Sensitivity & Ethical Tourism

• Post-Pandemic Recovery in Tourism

• Tourism & Climate Change

• Empowering Local Communities through Tourism

Multiple Choice

This is a United Nations agency whose mandate is to advance social and economic justice by setting international labor standards.

• International Labor Organization (ILO)

• World Health Organization (WHO)

• International Monetary Fund (IMF)

• UN Tourism

• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

This is a United Nations agency whose mandate is to advance social and economic justice by setting international labour standards. Founded in October 1919 under the League of Nations, it is one of the first and oldest specialized agencies of the UN.

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What are global issues you know related to this organization?

Example Issues

• Child Labor & Forced Labor

• Fair Wages & Working Conditions

• Worker Rights & Unionization

• Gender Equality in the Workplace

• Future of Work & AI Impact

Multiple Choice

This is an organization of 189 member countries that works to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world.

• International Labor Organization (ILO)

• World Health Organization (WHO)

• International Monetary Fund (IMF)

• UN Tourism

• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

This is a major financial agency of the United Nations, and an international financial institution funded by 191 member countries, with headquarters in Washington, D.C. This works to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world.

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What are global issues you know related to this organization?

Example Issues

• Global Debt Crisis & Loan Sustainability

• Economic Inequality & Poverty Reduction

• Cryptocurrency & Digital Finance

• Inflation & Monetary Stability

• Sustainable Development Financing

Multiple Choice

This is a specialized agency of the United Nations with the aim of promoting world peace and security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences and culture.

• International Labor Organization (ILO)

• World Health Organization (WHO)

• International Monetary Fund (IMF)

• UN Tourism

• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

Headquartered in Paris, France, UNESCO has 53 regional field offices and 199 national commissions. This is a specialized agency of the United Nations with the aim of promoting world peace and security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences and culture.

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What are global issues you know related to this organization?

Example Issues

• Education for All (SDG 4)

• Preservation of Cultural Heritage

• Media & Information Literacy

• Science and Innovation for Sustainability

• Indigenous Knowledge & Language Preservation

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What do you know about debate?

Debate

• a formal discussion on a particular matter in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward and which usually ends with a vote.

Modified Oregon Oxford Debate Format

​Motion

• the topic under dispute in a debate

• normally given as a statement that the teams must propose or oppose
  THBT, THW, THR...
  e.g 'This house believes that a four-day study week improves both productivity and learning performance of students.'
  

Poll

This house believes that artificial intelligence (AI) should replace traditional teachers.

• Yes

  (Affirmative)

• No

  (Opposition)

Poll

This house believes that workers should have a right to work from home.

• Yes

  (Affirmative)

• No

  (Opposition)

Poll

This house believes that everyone should have the right to take a day off for mental health.

• Yes

  (Affirmative)

• No

  (Opposition)

Poll

This house believes that school should focus only on life skills not exams.

• Yes

  (Affirmative)

• No

  (Opposition)

Poll

This house believes that junk food brings more harm than good.

• Yes

  (Affirmative)

• No

  (Opposition)

Poll

This house mandates MOE to fund international travel for all students to experience different culture.

• Yes

  (Affirmative)

• No

  (Opposition)

​Duration

​Constructive Speech: Minimum of 2 minutes and 30 seconds
maximum of 3 minutes
Interpellation: Ask questions to the other speaker (2 minutes)
Rebuttal Speech: 5 minutes

Issues for Debate
1. Necessity
2. Beneficiality
3. Practicability

Roles

Chair/s: Hosts the debate
Moderator and Timer: Presents/discusses the issue in the debate
Adjudicator: Judges

Start at 6:03
https://youtu.be/vFUV2bHn-8A?si=feriMHQWu8AgASvs

Necessity (Affirmative)

Motion: The house believes that students should have the right to take mental health leave.

Mental health issues are increasing worldwide, affecting millions of students' well-being and productivity. Many students experience burnout, anxiety, and depression, yet they do not receive the same support as those with physical illnesses. There is a clear need for mental health leave to ensure students can recover and perform at their best. Historically, mental health has been overlooked, but modern research proves its impact on overall health and workplace success. If we do not act now, more students will suffer, leading to higher absenteeism and lower efficiency at school.

Open Ended

If you are the opposition, what questions should you ask to defend
Students should not take mental health leave...

Interpollation from Opposition

Motion: The house believes that students should NOT have the right to take mental health leave.

1. Do you think students might misuse mental health leave as an excuse to avoid school?

2. Do you believe that counseling and support programs are better ways to help students with mental health issues?

3. Could taking leave from school affect students' ability to keep up with their lessons?

Necessity (Opposition)

Motion: The house believes that students should NOT have the right to take mental health leave.

We believe that students should not have the right to take mental health leave. If students can take leave whenever they feel stressed, it might make them avoid dealing with their problems. Instead, schools can help students by offering counseling and programs to support their mental health without leaving school. Taking leave could also cause more absences and make it harder for students to keep up with their studies. It’s better to focus on teaching students how to manage their stress and emotions while staying in school.

Interpollation from Affirmative

Motion: The house believes that students should have the right to take mental health leave.

1. Do you think mental health problems can seriously affect students' ability to study and focus?

2. Is it important for schools to recognize that mental health issues are just as serious as physical illnesses?

3. Do you believe that students should have the right to recover and take care of their mental health just like they would for physical health?

Beneficiality (Affirmative)

Motion: The house believes that students should have the right to take mental health leave.

Allowing students to take mental health leave can help them feel better and return to school ready to learn. When students take care of their mental health, they can focus better in class and perform well. It can also reduce stress and prevent students from feeling overwhelmed. This way, students can be healthier and happier, which benefits their overall education.

Beneficiality (Opposition)

Motion: The house believes that students should NOT have the right to take mental health leave.

Allowing mental health leave may not be beneficial in the long run. If students can take time off whenever they feel stressed, they might avoid learning how to manage their emotions and challenges. This could lead to more missed school days, causing students to fall behind in their studies. Instead, providing counseling and stress-management programs within the school can help students cope without leaving, allowing them to stay engaged in their education while receiving the support they need. This approach can help students stay on track academically while addressing their mental health needs.

Practicability (Affirmative)

Motion: The house believes that students should have the right to take mental health leave.

Allowing mental health leave is not only necessary but also practical. Schools can easily implement a mental health leave policy by working with school counselors and creating clear guidelines for students who need support. Mental health professionals can assess students' needs and help them take the right amount of time to recover without affecting their studies too much. Many schools already have systems in place to handle other types of leave, so adding mental health leave would be a natural extension of these policies. This approach ensures that students are able to return to school when they’re ready, feeling better and more capable of focusing on their education.

Practicability (Opposition)

Motion: The house believes that students should NOT have the right to take mental health leave.

Allowing mental health leave may be difficult to implement effectively in schools. There are challenges in deciding who qualifies for mental health leave and how long students should be allowed to stay home. It would require extra resources, such as hiring more counselors and creating complex systems to manage this leave. Additionally, it may be hard to monitor whether students are genuinely struggling with mental health or just taking advantage of the leave. Instead, it’s more practical to provide support through programs like counseling, stress management workshops, and teacher awareness without disrupting the students' education.

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