Define the key terms above by using the 'Useful Links' below:
For this activity you will be creating a debate based on fact about the ownership and use of nuclear weapons. The ascertain is below. Follow the activities to create a well developed investigation on nuclear weapons. You can also use your case study notes from the previous lessons.
The group will be divided in to six equal groups to debate the question above. Each group will be given a specific view to debate from, from the list below.
It is your task to develop a convincing presentation on whether the world should or should not have nuclear weapons. You will work on MindMesiter to collate your research and to formulate an action plan.
Your presentations will last between 5 and 10 minutes. Each group will use Google Slides to present their arguments. Everyone must speak. You need to include the following factors:
The room will be divided in to two with those who are for nuclear weapons on one side and those who are against them on the other. During the presentations of each opinion you should have recorded key questions that you would like to ask your opponents. This is the opportunity to ask, answer and rebut points of view. Do remember that this is not just opinion based, you need to illustrate your ideas with answers.
You have now listened and questioned the other teams about their views on nuclear weapons. You are now going to create an infographic about the views of your team. An infographic is a way of presenting information in a more pictorial fashion.
By listening to and researching the impact of nuclear weapons, in your opinion are nuclear weapons a force for good or evil? Remember to base your opinions on the facts that have come out of the presentations and debate.