Practical Tips for Getting the Most Out of the Platform
  • Anticipate and proactively address counterarguments. Before submitting an argument, thoroughly research common counterarguments and incorporate responses at the end of your initial submission. This proactive approach helps prevent your arguments from being undermined by a counterargument presented shortly after. While the platform notifies argument submitters of posted counterarguments, allowing for later revisions, preemptively addressing them can save time and enhance the quality of your contributions.
  • Frame precise questions. Craft precise questions that address concrete points of disagreement. For example, instead of broadly asking, Is the Israeli government violating human rights? consider more targeted alternatives, such as, Is it valid to compare Hamas's attack on Oct. 7 to the slave revolts in the U.S.? or Who was primarily responsible for the food shortage in Gaza during the 2024 military operation?
  • Verify sources during evaluations. The platform primarily relies on user feedback to assess the credibility of information presented in arguments and counters. When evaluating an argument or counter, consider whether (i) any part of the submission requires external references and, if so, (ii) whether the author has adequately provided them. Review the Source Type selected by the author to assist with this task.
  • Include one point per argument. Each argument should focus on a single idea. If you have multiple reasons supporting a viewpoint, submit them separately. This approach keeps the content more organized and also streamlines the process of identifying top arguments.
  • Prioritize clarity in arguments. When evaluating arguments, disfavor complex or convoluted ones. An argument is not useful if it is difficult to understand. Also, overly complicated or obscure arguments are more likely to involve falsification.
  • Always use soft and grounded language. When writing an argument or counter, aim to be friendly and grounded. While this may require some effort and self-restraint at first, it helps create a positive environment where people can engage constructively and learn from one another.

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