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Building Better Ideas
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Building Better Ideas

by B. Kim Barnes
October 2019
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
168 pages
3h 7m
English
Berrett-Koehler Publishers
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1 What Is Constructive Debate?

Building better ideas should be a constructive activity—both metaphorically and in the real world. The word “constructive” connotes positive and productive action. The word “debate” sometimes connotes dissonance or disagreement, but also suggests a rational process aimed at achieving a clear understanding or decision. The two words together suggest a course of action designed to create something strong through deep and energetic deliberation.

Debate versus Discussion

Why do we call this process and skill-set “debate” rather than “discussion” or “dialogue”? A discussion is a conversation for the purpose of making a decision or exchanging views. A dialogue is a discussion for the purpose of coming to an understanding ...

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