In this exciting lesson, students engage in independent research and read informational texts (9 varied and engaging texts are included) before participating in a class discussion or debate around the question: Do we live in a utopia or a dystopia?
The resource blends research, reading comprehension, critical thinking, and speaking and listening skills. It is the perfect addition to any dystopian unit.
What’s Included:
- Common Core Standards
- Teaching Guide
- Pre-Reading Worksheet
- Research Worksheet
- Reflection Worksheet
- Introduction: Utopia vs. Dystopia
- Blog Post
- Newspaper Article
- Tech Magazine
- Health Report
- Wealth Distribution Infographic
- Travel Brochure
- Urgent Covid-19 Bulletin
- Town Council Update
- Discussion Instructions / Rubric
- Debate Instructions / Rubric
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Year 8 / Grade 7 Speaking & Listening Unit - Debates, Discussions, Videos, Speeches
This engaging unit features a wide range of activities that broadly cover Common Core speaking and listening standards. Perfect for a focused unit or to compliment and add variety to other ELA units. What's Included: Debates Debate topical issues, such as zoos, the effects of social media on teenagers, and more. Videos An engaging TED Talk will teach students to embrace their individuality. Speeches Write and deliver speeches tailored to specific audiences. Discussions Embrace the Socratic approach, discussing any literature studied in class. Other Turn your class into a courtroom, covering real-life trials and practice claim, evidence, and reasoning skills.
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