2-Debate


 * Debate Topic : **


 * Motion: This house believes that the use of nuclear power should be discontinued **

Guiding Questions:

1.What are the repercussions the Japan Nuclear Crisis has on Japan?

2.How will the Japan Nuclear Crisis affect global perception on nuclear energy throughout the world?

3.Given the health risks of nuclear energy, is it still safe to continue using it?

4.What measures could be taken to prevent a similar incident from reoccuring?

Panellists:


 * Panellist || Point of View ||
 * Japan Prime Minister

Naoto Kan || * Feels that Japan should reduce and eventually stop its reliance on nuclear energy
 * Encourages alternative renewable sources of energy as well as energy conservation ||
 * Japanese Citizen living near power station || * Feels that the nuclear station is a large hazard to the health of the nearby residents
 * Insists that the health and wellbeing of the residents be prioritized over the development of energy sources ||
 * Japanese worker that worked in the power station || * Explains the benefits of nuclear energy towards Japan's energy consumption
 * Acknowledges the risks that harnessing nuclear energy can bring ||
 * Nuclear energy developer || * Finds that the benefits of nuclear energy outweighs the potential health risks that it may bring
 * Argues that the Japan nuclear crisis is an accident and will rarely happen with thorough preparation ||
 * Environmental Scientist || * Feels that nuclear energy is worth producing, as it provides more energy as compared to fossil fuels and is renewable
 * Stresses the importance of safety precautions and emergency plans so as to minimise the impact should a nuclear crisis occur ||

Debate Proceedings:

// *Note: students are expected to have gone through the relevant resources provided beforehand, so as to be familiar with the topic at hand. //


 * Panellist || Point of View ||
 * Japan Prime Minister

Naoto Kan || * Feels that Japan should reduce and eventually stop its reliance on nuclear energy
 * Encourages alternative renewable sources of energy as well as energy conservation ||
 * Japanese Citizen living near power station || * Feels that the nuclear station is a large hazard to the health of the nearby residents
 * Insists that the health and wellbeing of the residents be prioritized over the development of energy sources ||
 * Japanese worker that worked in the power station || * Explains the benefits of nuclear energy towards Japan's energy consumption
 * Acknowledges the risks that harnessing nuclear energy can bring ||
 * Nuclear energy developer || * Finds that the benefits of nuclear energy outweighs the potential health risks that it may bring
 * Argues that the Japan nuclear crisis is an accident and will rarely happen with thorough preparation ||
 * Environmental Scientist || * Feels that nuclear energy is worth producing, as it provides more energy as compared to fossil fuels and is renewable
 * Stresses the importance of safety precautions and emergency plans so as to minimise the impact should a nuclear crisis occur ||

1) All students, including the panellists, are to move to the front of the class to ensure a conducive environment for discussions.

2) The Chairman of the session will commence the Current Affairs session once the class is settled down. He is to provide an introductory brief on the issue and cover the resources posted on the Wikispace (10 minutes).

3) The Panellists will give their opinions on the issue for 3-5 minutes each. At this stage, questions should not be fielded to the Panellists (25 minutes).

4) Discussion to be opened to the floor. The Chairman and Panellists will continue contributing and responding to comments. Panellists should stay in character throughout the session. (15-20 minutes)

5) The Chairman will conclude the debate with a brief summary. If time permits, student observers are to give their opinions & feedback regarding the session. (5-10 minutes)