Counter-Arguments

Multiple Choice

What is an effective definition for counter-argument?

• an exchange of diverging or opposite views, typically a heated or angry one.

• a reason or set of reasons given in support of an idea, action or theory.

• an argument or set of reasons put forward to oppose an idea or theory developed in another argument.

• it's not easily understood in an instinctive, unconscious way

Counter-Argument

What is it?

an argument or set of reasons put forward to oppose an idea or theory developed in another argument.

Why do it?

-Acknowledges other people opinions
-Shows an robust argument (that considers the opposing view)
-Shows your knowledge of both the topic and research area

Multiple Choice

What should you NOT do when writing about counter-arguments?

• Consider the audience

• Demonstrate respect and understanding for others' POV

• Dismiss or use depreciating language about another POV

Multiple Choice

The UK police force has been accused or racism with respect to its hiring practises and promotion structure,

Which of these is an effective counter-argument?

• On the other hand, the Met Police's 2017-21 diversity and inclusion strategy stated that 13% of officers are from a BAME background and that figure is expected to grow

• Callaghan (2023) claimed that he felt the police would never move with modern times when it came to recruitment

• Robinson (2021) discussed a surprising lack of strategy at encouraging diversity and inclusion in the police's recruitment marketing

Categorize

Options (12)

Rugby 25, the video game, failed to achieve high sales in the market

Struggles to achieve global appeal compared to sports such as Football

Lack of globally recognised stars in the game

Rules of the game are complex and struggles to attract a new audience

Threat of emerging new sports that are taking away attention

Limited coverage on free to air TV and online streaming meaning an struggle to gain new fans

Rugby World Cup attracts millions globally.

Rugby sevens grows fast, especially post-Olympics.

Nations like Japan and USA are investing heavily.

Rugby’s physicality appeals to new audiences and helps it stand out in the market place.

Youth programs worldwide are expanding rugby.

Club competitions like URC and Top 14 draw big crowds.

Rugby is struggling to gain attention in the modern day compared to majority of sports

Argument to support

Counter-argument

However, you can do an alternative explanation instead

What is an alternative explanation?

A different explanation for why something is occuring

Example of alternative explanation

Instead of people not watching films at the cinema because of an lack of interest in the films being released, the real reason is due to the fact that streaming has become a more convenient route to access high-quality entertainment in a lot of people's eyes.

Multiple Choice

Test cricket is still popular in England due to the belief that it is still unequivocally the ultimate form of cricket.

What is the alternative theory?

• Test cricket attendances are falling

• Test cricket is still popular due to stars such as Ben Stokes

• Test cricket is less popular than T20 cricket

• 'I don't like cricket, oh no, I love it.' (10cc, 1978)

Open Ended

Have you considered counter-arguments or alternative explanations in your work? If so how? Explain quickly (you have three minutes)

YOUR ANSWER WILL BE SHOWN ON BOARD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

First Draft

Dissertation Students

2nd June 4:00 pm

What is expected?

This is the discussion part of your written work.

Your work submitted should demonstrate strong progress towards producing an strong project (written piece) before your final deadline in October 2025.

What is expected?

At this stage an introduction, abstract, contents page and conclusion are not as essential right now (although will be before the final submission). However, you can still submit this.

However the best way for your supervisor to help you is by producing an substantial amount of work relating to the discussion section which will form the main body of the work.

What is expected?

This links in with sections 3-6 from your recent independent learning that was completed about how you were planning to structure your work.

Please ensure you work on the written body of your work week by week from the moment that it is set prior to the deadline for the first draft.

Remember

Ensure your work is referenced appropriately, both in-text and through footnotes, however a reference list/bibliography is not essential right now.

Independent Learning for next week

Start now!!!

• Make a start to your first draft

• For dissertation students this is your first draft of your written report

• For investigation and artefact this will be agreed with your supervisor or co-ordinator.

• There is no minimum or maximum amount of words/content, however should show a significant start to your project being created.

• Please ensure you print off your work/have it accessible via an laptop or iPad (not your phone). This is because you will be showing your work/progress to the rest of class next week.