Social Justice: Debates
Civil Discourse - Debatable
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It is better to debate a question
without settling it than to settle a question without debating it. - Joseph Joubert |
Objective: Students will engage in a civil discourse over a topic of interest that can be debated.:
Overview
- These are just a couple of topics that can be discussed.
- Click on the buttons for Freedom of Speech and Activism for information on topics..
- Students can add more evidence from reliable sources.
- Topics can be discussed as Socratic Seminar, Philosophical Chair, Fishbowl, Formal Debate....
The assignments that have activities are in red.
Part A. Instructions for the Assignment: Civil Discourse
Part B. Create Your Own Topic for Civil Discourse
- Read the articles and watch the video to help prepare for your assignment.
- Read the two topics Freedom of Speech and Performance v. Substantive Activism.
- Choose one of the topics to discuss.
- It is important to keep an open mind for the possibility that you might change your viewpoint.
- The conversation should move towards problem solving.
Part B. Create Your Own Topic for Civil Discourse
- Choose a different topic and search for information that will allow for an in depth discussion.
- Take note of the resources gathered for the previous two topics in this lesson.
- Gather information from reliable sources before beginning your debate/civil discourse.
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1. Freedom of Speech
Click on the button for definitions and assignment details.
Big Questions:
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Performative Activism vs. Substantive Activism Click on the button for definitions and assignment details.
Big Questions:
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Photo: Bundestag, Ralf Kellershohn
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