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Milky Way School V6 Debate

AFLE11 Proposition Team

Debate script
First speaker script:
• Introduction:
Good afternoon, CP , Kd , teachers and also friends.
The motion for our debate is “ Computers are better than books.”
We’re the affirmative team will give you the definition of the topic but let’s me explain the key words in our
motion first. The word: ‘Computer’ means any electronic device that performs arithmetic, logical and
storage functions. The word: ‘better’ means superior in quality or performance.
And last word is ‘books’ means a written or printed work consisting of pages bound together.
So the motion means computers provide people many benefits and an easy life.
• Team split:
My name’s Muoy Heang, as the first speaker of the affirmative team, I will tell you the action of computers
nowadays.
 Our second speaker, Chea MonyVathana, she will tell you the benefits of computers compared to the
books.
Our third speaker, Ban Mengkheang, he will do the rebuttal to the negative team and sum up our team case.
• Argument:
So now let’s get in to my point.
Computers are used extensively in various areas of our daily lives, including work, communication, and
research. Here are some examples of how computers are used nowadays:
1. Work: Computers are used in a wide range of jobs, from office work to engineering and scientific
research. They are used to process data, perform calculations, create and edit documents.
2. Communication: Computers have transformed communication and made it easier for people to
communicate with each other, regardless of distance. They provide a range of communication tools,
including email, instant messaging, video conferencing, and social media, which allow people to stay
connected and communicate with each other instantaneously.
3. Research: In scientific researching, it provides a range of tools for analyzing data, conducting
simulations, and exploring new ideas. They have made it possible for scientists to work on projects
that were once beyond their reach, and have helped them make new discoveries in many fields,
including medicine, physics, and biology.
Overall, computers have become an integral part of modern life, transforming the way we work,
play, communicate, and learn. They have opened up new possibilities and given us access to a wealth
of information and knowledge, and are likely to continue to shape and change the world in many
ways in the future.
Second speaker script:
Rebuttal: ( list the argument from the negative team and do the rebuttal)
• Argument:

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Milky Way School V6 Debate
AFLE11 Proposition Team

Computer is a new technology which is really important nowadays. The whole idea about it being new make
it better. Computer is the most important invention since fire was invented. Most people use computer
instead of book. According to school research, students choose computer to do their homework or class
work. And you can read a book or study on the computer too.
You can read book from a computer, then there is also the internet with a lot of information on many
subjects and has a lot of scientific reading.
To get information, entertainment, etc should be from the computer as it a faster. Computer gives more
opportunities to find more information. Some people believe that book are more useful than computer.
However, this research indicated that children and teenagers benefit from computer more than book .
Nowadays businesses life want employees who are able to use computer because all companies use
computer in order to connect with other companies. If children learn computer in early year they can
improve using computer skills from day to day. Computer benefits the business and personal world by being
able to do the following more efficiently: Buying and selling products, communicating throughout the world
,enchanting our knowledge, job influences, entertainment ,research, and paying bills. By using computer, the
user can save time and effort and also decrease the overall cost to complete a particular task.
Third speaker script:

Rebuttal: ( list the argument from negative team and do the rebuttal)

• Argument:

Computer is the most technology that important than book. Most of people use computer instead of book. It is
important things That people’s around the world need or use it to work, communication and to improve there
research. So how you can do research the news for your study if you don’t have the computer. You just have a book
that difficult research to do research. and according to the big company they use their computer to make the easy
communication. That’s right Computers can help you do your work faster and more efficiently. For example, you can
use a word processor to create documents, a spreadsheet to manage data, and a presentation software to create
presentations. Computer gives more opportunities to find more information. There are many ways to earn money
online with a computer. You can start your own business, freelance, or work from home for a company. Many
educational resources available online that you can start your own business, freelance, or work from home for a
company. With access to the internet, computers provide access to vast amounts of information and knowledge that
would be nearly impossible to find and store in physical form. That why they use computer instead of book And a lot
of people believe that computers are more useful than books.

Common questions

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Early exposure to computers benefits children by improving their tech proficiency, which is essential for modern education and future employment prospects. It enhances creative learning through interactive educational resources and prepares them for a digital work environment, while books alone may not provide such practical skills .

Some people argue for books over computers due to factors like ease of concentration without digital distractions, the tactile experience of reading, and reduced eye strain. Books also provide reliability in terms of content stability and do not require power or internet access, which can be limiting factors for computers .

Businesses prefer employees with computer skills because modern operations rely on computer technologies for efficient product management, communication, and global connectivity. Computer literacy allows for seamless integration into business processes that require digital competencies like data management and digital communication platforms .

Computers perform tasks such as creating documents with word processors, managing data with spreadsheets, and designing presentations more efficiently than books. They also allow for quick access to vast information via the internet, instant communication, and enable various business transactions .

Computers provide opportunities for self-employment by enabling online businesses, freelancing, and remote work. They allow individuals to access a global market, develop digital products, and offer services that can be conducted entirely online, a breadth of possibilities not readily available through traditional methods involving books .

Internet access through computers is considered superior because it provides immediate, expansive, and up-to-date information across numerous subjects. Unlike static information in books, online databases and websites offer real-time updates and interactive content, allowing users to delve deeper into topics efficiently .

Computers reduce costs in personal and business tasks by automating processes, enabling online transactions, and reducing the need for physical resources like paper. They streamline operations and allow tasks to be completed faster and more accurately, minimizing wastage and lowering operational expenses .

Computers have transformed communication by enabling instant connectivity regardless of distance, facilitated by tools such as email, instant messaging, video conferencing, and social media . These tools have made it possible for people to maintain personal and professional connections, revolutionizing social interactions and work collaborations across the globe.

Computers enhance research capabilities by providing tools for data analysis, simulations, and the exploration of new ideas, which are often beyond the reach of traditional methods involving books. They enable researchers to handle and process vast amounts of data quickly and conduct experiments virtually, which are limitations when relying solely on printed materials .

Computers support scientific breakthroughs by enabling complex simulations, processing large datasets quickly, and fostering collaborations across disciplines and geographies that books alone can't facilitate. They also offer tools for modeling and testing hypotheses in virtual environments, speeding up innovation cycles .

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