Middle School Debate: Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

Students will participate in a debate using the arguments of the Federalists and Anti-Federalists. This could be a verbal, silent, or alley debate. One group will represent the Federalists and be given information relating to their arguments. The other group will act as the Anti-Federalists and be given information relating to their arguments. Provide students time to prepare their arguments either individually or as a team, then commence the debate.

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Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies

Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 8

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Microsoft Office

Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)

Keywords: civics, debate, speech, Anti-Federalists, Constitution, Articles of Confederation, Enlightenment ideas, Founders, Federalists

Instructional Component Type(s): Teaching Idea, Worksheet,

Instructional Design Framework(s): Argumentation

Resource Collection: Civics & Debate Initiative Teacher Resources

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