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Title Of Activity:
Grade Level:

Biology, Ecology
Kathy Melass
Hot Water
10th



Objectives

To apply basic principles and strategies in debating water resource issues

Standards Addressed

Science 7, Language Arts 1-2-4-6

Materials Needed

Note cards, debate ballots

Time Requirement

Prep: one week
Actual time: 2 periods

Procedure/ Outline

Students will be divided into groups of two and will choose a debate topic from a list of water issues. Each team will choose to be pro or con on the issue. Two teams per topic. Students will have one week to research the topic. They will be required to have 4 references supporting their viewpoint. Two opposing teams will present their views, rebuttals and cross examinations. Debaters will be evaluated by their peers

Modifications /Adaptions/ Extensions

None

Assessment

Judging of debate by peers

Other Comments

None

   

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