You can find our presentation here
We separated the class into male and female groups. We gave them a topic and had them debate for and against the topic.
We modeled this for them first by selecting a news article on raising minimum wage. I then filled out a graphic organizer, showing them how they should use one to organize their thoughts. They in normal circumstances would pick a side. In this circumstance we had presented a side for them. And what do you do next..........DEBATE! State why you absolutely agree (or disagree) and fight to the end to support your side. We used the site newsela (which I will create a separate blog for because I enjoy it so much) to find the articles to give them. Debating is an interesting way to stay current on what is occurring in the world. This is a way for students to collaborate and get more involved in their lesson, especially if the topic is something they feel strongly about. I will use debating in my classroom frequently because it encourages engagement and individuality. You can't debate something you aren't passionate for.
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