Prior to Class, Assign a Debate Question and Ask All

Essay

Prior to class, assign a debate question and ask all students to prepare both sides of the question. On the day of the debate, divide the class into groups of 6-8 students. Assign each group as "pro" or "con" and allow 15 minutes for the groups to prepare. Follow a traditional debate structure. Suggested topic: "The school
system is responsible for literacy development."