Lesson POL-3
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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 Legalize Marijuana?"
Lesson activities
Quizlet vocabularyquiz
The Great Debate, episode 2
Group discussion
Vocabulary spelling quiz
Time for the activity: ~10-15 minutes
During this activity, you will develop your vocabulary and spelling skills
Open Exam.net
Combine the vocabulary with the definitions and rephrase the sentences using the words in bold
Bemindful of your spelling; incorrect spelling does not yield any points
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.
The Great Debate - Confidence, presence and poise
Before watching The Great Debate
Time for the activity: ~5 minutes
This activity repeats the previous lesson and develops your vocabulary as well as discussion skills
Discuss with a classmate:
The topic is Should we legalize 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
Time for the activities: 40 minutes
This activity helps you develop your listening skills
After listening, you will be asked to answer on:
Arguments used
Rebuttals and appearance
Related vocabulary
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 legalize 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 and relate to the motion
Link: End with returning to your initial statement (Therefore, I believe that we should ... )
OPTIONAL: Record your arguments using Flip:
Source: UR, retrieved 2021
Homework
Record your Flip if you want feedback
Exit ticket
Today I learned ...