Instructions

• Divide the students into small groups
• Hand them all the blank sheet
• Give them a statement that has for or against arguments
• Get half the groups to write down inside the box all the arguments for the statement and half the groups to write down all the arguments against
• Swap sheets of paper – the groups have to comment on the points outside the box, writing opposing arguments, critically evaluating the points and writing any queries or questions.
• Return sheets to the original group

What the activity achieves:

• Helps the students recap the topic
• Develops writing skills
• Develops critical skills
• Requires teamwork

Alternatives:

• Pass the sheets on for another round where the students have to respond to the critiques.