Lesson Plan

Silly Debate Showdown Plan

Engage 11th-grade students in a fun and spirited debate using silly topics to enhance public speaking, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.

This lesson helps students practice argumentation and creative thinking in a relaxed setting, promoting confidence and cooperative learning.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Debate Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Topic Selection

3 minutes

Step 2

Debate Rounds

8 minutes

Step 3

Wrap-Up and Reflection

4 minutes

Slide Deck

Welcome to Silly Debate Showdown!

Introduce the session. Discuss what the session is about and explain that the debate topics are intentionally silly to encourage creative thinking and fun.

Session Overview

Provide an overview of the session objectives and instructions for the activity. Remind students to stay respectful and listen to each other.

Silly Debate Topics

Display a list of sample silly debate topics to spark interest. Mention that students can get additional topics from the provided "Silly Debate Topics List" material.

Debate Rules & Process

Outline the debate rules and process. Remind students of the timed rounds and importance of sharing their views succinctly.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Wrap up the debate activity by reflecting on the fun elements and learning outcomes. Encourage students to share their thoughts and emphasize the skills developed.