Have a questioning and open mind.
Be able to listen to others.
You don't have to agree with others, but you have to respect them.
Watch / listen to the News. It's important to know what is happening in the world for.
Read books! Reading around the subject is always useful.
Practise arguing. Try to support your arguments with evidence. This will make your argument more convincing.
Practise your writing skills. Can you provide a (PEE) paragraph with a point, evidence and explanation?

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