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Lesson Plan - Role of Speaker

This lesson plan aims to enhance students' debate skills in 7th and 8th grade. Over the course of 2-3 class periods, students will understand the role of an effective speaker, analyze examples of public speaking, and practice constructing arguments and rebuttals through hands-on debate activities. The lesson incorporates group work, video analysis, and an in-class debate. Formative assessment includes self-evaluations and peer feedback to help students improve their public speaking and critical thinking abilities.

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Lesson Plan - Role of Speaker

This lesson plan aims to enhance students' debate skills in 7th and 8th grade. Over the course of 2-3 class periods, students will understand the role of an effective speaker, analyze examples of public speaking, and practice constructing arguments and rebuttals through hands-on debate activities. The lesson incorporates group work, video analysis, and an in-class debate. Formative assessment includes self-evaluations and peer feedback to help students improve their public speaking and critical thinking abilities.

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Lesson Plan Title


Role of Speaker

Lesson Plan

Title: Role of Speaker: Enhancing Debate Skills

Grade Level: 7th and 8th Grade Subject: Debate Duration: 2-3 class periods

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the essential role of a speaker in a debate and the skills


required for effective communication.
2. Develop critical thinking skills by analyzing and evaluating arguments
made by different speakers.
3. Enhance public speaking and presentation skills through hands-on
practice.
4. Collaborate effectively with team members to construct strong
arguments and rebuttals.

Materials:

1. Whiteboard/flipchart and markers


2. Debate topics related to current events or school-related issues
3. Timer, stopwatch, or a device with a timer function
4. Peer evaluation rubrics/criteria for assessing speaker performance

Procedure:

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I. Introduction (15 minutes) a. Engage students by presenting a thought-
provoking question related to a current event or school issue. b. Facilitate a
brief discussion, encouraging students to voice their opinions on the topic.
c. Explain that they will be learning about the role of a speaker in a debate
and its importance in effectively conveying arguments.

II. Understanding the Role of a Speaker (20 minutes) a. Begin by discussing


the primary responsibilities of a speaker in a debate, such as introducing
the topic, presenting arguments, and countering opposing arguments. b.
Discuss the difference between persuasive speaking and informative
speaking. c. Share examples of famous speeches or TED talks to illustrate
the impact of a speaker's delivery. d. Connect the concept of a speaker's
role to the learning objectives, emphasizing the importance of effective
communication and critical thinking.

III. Analyzing Speaker Performance (30 minutes) a. Divide students into


small groups and provide each group with a recorded debate video or audio
clip. b. Instruct students to critically analyze the performance of each
speaker in terms of their clarity, organization, use of evidence, and
persuasiveness. c. Have each group present their observations and
evaluations, allowing for discussions and debates on differing viewpoints.
d. Encourage students to identify the strengths and weaknesses of each
speaker, highlighting aspects that they wish to emulate in their own
speaking.

IV. Hands-On Practice: Constructing a Solid Argument (40 minutes) a.


Assign students to small groups and provide each group with a debate
topic. b. Instruct them to research and construct a persuasive argument
supporting their assigned position. c. Guide students in organizing their
arguments, emphasizing the importance of logical reasoning, evidence, and
effective communication techniques. d. Allow time for groups to practice

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delivering their arguments to each other, providing constructive feedback
and coaching as necessary.

V. Hands-On Practice: Rebuttals and Counterarguments (40 minutes) a.


Explain the significance of strong rebuttals in a debate. b. Assign each
group a different debate topic and ask them to construct arguments
opposing their previously assigned positions. c. Instruct students to
practice delivering their rebuttals, focusing on countering specific points
made by the opposing team. d. Encourage students to use evidence, logical
reasoning, and effective communication skills to strengthen their rebuttals.

VI. Closing Activity: In-Class Debate (30 minutes) a. Organize a class-wide


debate on a topic of relevance to the students. b. Divide the class into two
teams, assigning speakers and timekeepers for each side. c. Encourage
students to utilize the skills and techniques they have learned throughout
the lesson. d. After the debate, facilitate a class discussion where students
evaluate the speakers' performances and choose a winning team based on
their arguments and delivery.

VII. Reflection and Assessment (10 minutes) a. Ask students to reflect on


their own performance as speakers and provide self-evaluations. b. Provide
peer evaluation sheets for students to assess their teammates'
performances. c. Review and discuss the evaluation criteria, emphasizing
areas for improvement and growth. d. Collect the self-evaluations and peer
evaluations for assessment purposes.

Extensions:

1. Encourage students to participate in inter-school debate competitions.


2. Invite experienced debaters or public speakers to share their
experiences and provide additional insights.
3. Assign students to write reflective essays on the importance of effective

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communication and critical thinking in debates.

Note: Adjust the time allocated for each section if necessary, based on the
availability of class time.

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