Offensive and Defensive Arguments in Debate

In this lesson plan intended for the debate classroom, students will work in small groups to develop a brief speech employing both offensive and defensive arguments on the topic of the government balancing the interests of individuals with the public good.

Resource ID#: 199510 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies

Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Microsoft Office

Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s)

Keywords: Argumentation, refutation, individual interest, public good, offense, defense, speech, debate, civics, lesson plan

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Worksheet, Formative Assessment

Instructional Design Framework(s): Argumentation

Resource Collection: Civics & Debate Initiative Teacher Resources

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