Debating a Local Issue
Students will participate in a structured debate on a relevant local issue, practicing argument and rebuttal.
Key Questions
- Justify your stance on a local issue using evidence.
- Compare different arguments presented during a debate.
- Evaluate the most effective strategies for a rebuttal in a debate.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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