🎤 The Great Debate
Students read an 800+ word article about debate skills, featuring advice from Dr. Anya Petrov who teaches debate at European secondary schools. The text covers how to build a clear argument with position, reasons and evidence, how to create counter-arguments, and how to use polite language for agreeing and disagreeing. Grammar focus covers linking words for opinion (In my opinion, I believe), listing (Firstly, Furthermore, Moreover), contrasting (However, Although, On the other hand), examples (For example, For instance), and concluding (In conclusion, To sum up). The interactive fill-in-the-blanks uses input fields where students type linking words and get instant feedback. The Debate Master game presents 10 scenarios testing argument structure, linking word usage and polite disagreement. The writing task asks students to write a for/against paragraph using at least 5 linking words.
Lesson Plan
- 3 warm-up questions about arguments and debates
Key Vocabulary
Grammar Points
- Opinion: In my opinion, I believe (that), I strongly feel, Personally
- Listing: Firstly, Secondly, Furthermore, Moreover, In addition
- Examples: For example, For instance, Such as
- Contrast: However, On the other hand, Although, Nevertheless
- Agreement: I agree, That's a good point, You're right
- Disagreement: I see your point but, I disagree because, I'm not sure about that
- Conclusion: In conclusion, To sum up, All in all, Overall
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