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Lesson goals
Lesson goals
Watch an episode of The Great Debate and understand points of information, the arguments and vocabulary used, as well as record a Flip on the theme "Should we legalise marijuana?"
Lesson activities
Lesson activities
Vocabulary quiz
The Great Debate, episode 2
Group discussion
Vocabulary spelling quiz
Vocabulary spelling quiz
Time for the activity: ~20 minutes
During this activity, you will develop your vocabulary and spelling skills
Compete against your classmate using Kahoot! to see who can match definitions with the correct words
Next, open Exam.net
Choose the broad or narrow quiz: the narrow is more challenging while the broad is less challenging and has multiple choice questions
Bemindful of your spelling; incorrect spelling does not yield any points
Rephrasing - how it works
Rephrasing - how it works
Read the first sentence. Complete the second sentence so that is has a similar meaning to the first sentence by putting the word in bold in the blank space (...) . Change the word if necessary. You must use between two and five words. For example:
Perhaps we took the wrong way.
Might
We (...) the wrong way.
Correct answer: We might have taken the wrong way.
How to take the broad and the narrow quizzes
How to take the broad and the narrow quizzes
Instructions
Choose either the broad (less challenging) or the narrow (more challenging) path
Go to www.exam.net and enter the code that Feke gives you
During the test you will be asked to complete two tasks: matching vocabulary with defintions and filling in the blanks by using the words in sentences.
Matching vocabulary with definitions
Draw lines between the vocabulary and the definitions. For example:
Dread ➜ A feeling of great fear and apprehension
Biro ➜ A kind of ballpoint pen
Fill in the blanks
Complete the sentences with the most appropriate vocabulary word from the list. For example:
Feeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . in my new outfit, I decided to change into something more casual. (Obekväm)
Correct answer ➜ Feeling uncomfortable in my new outfit, I decided to change into something more casual.
It is very important that you write the entire sentence and that your spelling and grammar is correct.
You will not receive any points for misspelled or grammatically incorrect answers.
The Great Debate - Confidence, presence and poise
The Great Debate - Confidence, presence and poise
Time for the activity: ~30-40 minutes
This repeats the previous lesson and develops your vocabulary as well as discussion skills
Episode 2 of The Great Debate has the motion Should we legalise marijuana? What arguments, based on the three appeals, do you think they will use?
Using Logos - logic, facts and being sensible
Using Ethos - credibility and trustworthiness
Using Pathos - spark feelings and engage the audience
Group discussion
Group discussion
Time for the activity: ~20 minutes
This activity helps you develop your speaking and discussion skills
To begin with, discuss with your classmate(s):
What can help build credibility?
Compare how the two teams handle their scripts. Who has the best eye contact and how and why is that important?
In your opinion, who won the debate?
Create your own answer to Should we legalise marijuana? This is your group's exit ticket.
Use the vocabulary from today's lesson. Aim for one sentence per step of the SEAL-method:
Statement: Are in favour of or if you are opposed to the motion? (Yes, I agree that... or no, I disagree that ...)
Example: Give examples
Analyse: Explain how and why your examples are important in relation to the motion
Link: End with returning to your initial statement (Therefore, I believe that we should ... ) with a strong concluding statement
OPTIONAL: Record your arguments using Flip to receive feedback
Source: UR, retrieved 2021
Homework
Homework
Record your Flip if you want feedback
Exit ticket
Exit ticket
Your group's SEAL-answer to Should we legalise marijuana?
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