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Lesson Plan - Debate Rundown and Technical

This lesson plan teaches 7th and 8th grade students about debate rundown and technical skills through a series of activities. Students first discuss what debate rundown and technical skills are. They then work in groups to brainstorm arguments for assigned debate topics and present them in order. A technical skills workshop teaches students to demonstrate skills like voice modulation through role plays. Finally, students participate in a debate simulation to practice their skills. The lesson aims to develop students' critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork.

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Lesson Plan - Debate Rundown and Technical

This lesson plan teaches 7th and 8th grade students about debate rundown and technical skills through a series of activities. Students first discuss what debate rundown and technical skills are. They then work in groups to brainstorm arguments for assigned debate topics and present them in order. A technical skills workshop teaches students to demonstrate skills like voice modulation through role plays. Finally, students participate in a debate simulation to practice their skills. The lesson aims to develop students' critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork.

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Lesson Plan Title


Debate Rundown and Technical

Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan: Debate Rundown and Technical Skills

Grade Level: 7th and 8th Grade Subject: Debate Duration: 3 class periods
(45 minutes each)

Learning Objectives:

1. Students will understand the importance of debate rundown and


technical skills in effective argumentation.
2. Students will be able to identify and use debate rundown and technical
skills in a debate setting.
3. Students will develop critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork
skills through engaging debate activities.

Materials:

Whiteboard or chart paper


Markers
Timer or stopwatch
Debate topic cards
Index cards or small pieces of paper
Worksheet on debate rundown and technical skills (prepared by the
teacher)

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Procedure:

Introduction (10 minutes):

1. Begin the lesson by asking students what they understand by the term
"debate rundown" and "technical skills." Write their responses on the
whiteboard or chart paper.
2. Explain that debate rundown refers to the structure and order of
arguments and rebuttals in a debate, while technical skills involve the
effective use of voice modulation, body language, and emphasis.
3. Connect the learning objectives by stating that understanding debate
rundown and technical skills is crucial for delivering persuasive arguments
and winning debates.

Activity 1: Debate Rundown (15 minutes):

1. Divide the class into pairs or small groups and provide each group with a
debate topic card.
2. Instruct the groups to brainstorm and write down three main arguments
in favor of their assigned topic within 5 minutes.
3. After the brainstorming session, have the groups present their
arguments one by one, in the order they would present them in a debate.
4. Encourage the class to provide feedback on the structure and
effectiveness of the arguments presented.
5. Discuss with students how the order and organization of arguments can
impact the overall persuasiveness of a debate.

Activity 2: Technical Skills Workshop (20 minutes):

1. Explain that effective communication skills such as voice modulation,


body language, and emphasis are essential in delivering persuasive
arguments.

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2. Divide the class into smaller groups and assign each group a specific
technical skill.
3. Provide the groups with index cards or small pieces of paper containing
statements or phrases related to their assigned skill.
4. Instruct each group to prepare a short skit or role-play where they
demonstrate their assigned technical skill using the provided statements.
5. Allow the groups 10 minutes to prepare and then have each group
perform their skit in front of the class.
6. Encourage the class to provide feedback on the effectiveness of the
demonstrated technical skill and suggest improvements if necessary.

Activity 3: Debate Simulation (40 minutes):

1. Divide the class into two teams, the Affirmative and Negative, with an
equal number of participants.
2. Provide each team with a debate topic and allow them 10 minutes to
prepare their arguments.
3. Explain that the debate will follow a structured rundown, with each
team having a specific order for presenting their arguments and rebuttals.
4. Set a time limit for each speaker, ensuring that each team member has
an opportunity to participate.
5. Facilitate the debate, ensuring that students follow the debate rundown
and utilize the technical skills learned earlier.
6. After the debate, have a class discussion to reflect on the effectiveness
of each team's arguments, rebuttals, and technical skills.
7. Provide constructive feedback and encourage students to offer
suggestions for improvement.

Conclusion (5 minutes):

1. Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson, emphasizing the
importance of debate rundown and technical skills in persuasive
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argumentation.
2. Ask students to reflect on how they can apply what they've learned in
future debates or real-life situations.
3. Assign the worksheet on debate rundown and technical skills as
homework, to reinforce the concepts learned in class.

Assessment:

Observe student engagement and participation during activities.


Evaluate students' ability to structure arguments and rebuttals in the
debate simulation.
Assess students' understanding of debate rundown and technical skills
through their completion of the worksheet.

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