The Great Debate - Video Game Violence Explored (Handouts | Public Speaking)
Description
Looking for an interesting class activity that'll get students thinking outside the box? Perhaps you're interested in introducing debates as a way to improve the understanding of renewables and the planet for your science or ESL group?
This one-click download for Gaming Aggression is perfect for high school, teens and international classes interested in debate, critical thinking and group work on whether violence stems from gaming sources. This is also a great introduction into the violence, law and nature of the entertainment industry.
It encourages early high school/ late high school students (and adult ESL learners) to develop critical thinking and logic skills in a debate format. The download includes everything you need to get started all in one zip file - along with an instructions document.
*Ideal for:
★ Introducing Debates in media studies or critical thinking classes
★ Critical thinking & Analytical-focused classes
★ High school and Teen group collaboration
Class Objectives and Outcome
☑ Think critically and analyze arguments empathically
☑ Assess and present thoughts in a logical manner on conflicting topics
☑ Gain a better understanding of both sides of an argument using focused vocab, timing and research
☑ Use research and collaboration to argue a point
☑ Improve listening, public speaking and articulation skills
Download details
✎ 1-3 Day class activity (Teacher's discretion)
⌨ 6 easy to understand files
Table of contents
ℹ️ Instructions for Teachers
ℹ️ Debate Intro and handout
ℹ️ A slide show that you can use to guide some thoughts and discussions with your class
ℹ️ Multi-page student graphic organizer to help students as they plan and research their debates and ongoing arguments
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Optional Instructions
Teachers will decide how long they would like this activity to last. More time = more research and teamwork. For first time debaters, please read below:
1. Have classroom projector ready for ppt and class introductions
2. Create copies of debate intro and student organizer equivalent to the number of students you have, each document will be given to one student
Optionally: Prepare a box where the judges may be submitting their votes for debate winners anonymously
During class:
1. Introduce classroom debates by giving students a copy of the debate intro and handout (PDF or Word File)
2. Add any extra notes or concepts you’d like students to understand. Go over the importance of debates, the structure, keywords, target language and what NOT to do during a debate. If necessary, mention the importance of note-taking and body language during the debate process and public presentations
3. As a class, open the PPT file for students to view their next debate topic. Touch on the file slide’s Helpful Resources section in case students need resources for research
4. Again, highlight any important cases/ideas prior dividing the class into debate groups. Remind students that multiple speakers per group are necessary during the debate
5. Close the PPT and divide the class into groups (I’ve found 4-person groups to be the best if possible) and inform each side who will be the Proposition/Opposition sides
Optionally, delegate who the judges of the debates will be
- This can be remaining students, yourself, other groups not involved with this debate etc
7. Hand out the student organizer to each group member, remind students to divide their groups into first/second/third/forth speakers while encouraging all team members to take active notes of the ideas and oppositional arguments
8. Begin!
- During the debate the teacher may have to act as an active moderator and timekeeper
- The teacher may also choose to write down key points from both sides in order to show structure, and maintain class focus on key points
- Encourage/restrict the use of cellphones for research during class debates or set rules on using online resources. If encouraged, restrict cellphone use while members of the debate are presenting their cases
9. At the end, the teacher may ask the audience to decide on a winner with a show of hands or to have the audience write down which side they thought had stronger arguments and put the results in a box to tally for later
I've found this to work with:
✯ Critical thinking and logic classes
✯ ESL learners interested in western culture and law
✯ Engaged high school students needing a challenge
*leave a comment below if you’ve had success using this resource with other groups! We also love the feedback, so please comment below and we’ll be in touch!
Appropriate Age/Grade or Cambridge English Scale
➽ Native English High school students
➽➽ B2-C1 Level High school and university students
➽➽➽ Older students of international classrooms
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