Superhero Debate

In this lesson, students will gather research and engage in a series of debates to determine the "Supreme Superhero." As students debate and the class progresses to a "final four" and then a National Championship, several debate methods will be used: Socratic Seminar, Philosophical Chairs, and a Fishbowl activity. After the "Supreme Superhero" is chosen, students will individually write an essay arguing why the hero deserved to win and include counter arguments for an additional hero.

Resource ID#: 30083 Type: Lesson Plan

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Subject(s): English Language Arts

Grade Level(s): 8

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office

Instructional Time: 10 Hour(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes

Keywords: Superheroes, debate, persuasive

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

Resource Collection: General Collection

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