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Topic. Your Name Your Class Date. Overview. In a short paragraph, introduce the topic. Briefly explain why there is controversy or disagreement about the topic. Issues. List the key points of controversy. Timeline. Identify the events or trends that led to controversy.

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  1. Topic Your NameYour ClassDate

  2. Overview • In a short paragraph, introduce the topic. Briefly explain why there is controversy or disagreement about the topic.

  3. Issues • List the key points of controversy.

  4. Timeline • Identify the events or trends that led to controversy. • Were there any important dates or turning points in the debate over this issue?

  5. Opposing Sides • Describe the "for" and "against" sides in the issue.

  6. Opposing Views • Describe the key arguments from each side’s point of view. • What do the different sides hope to achieve? • What are the extreme points of view?

  7. Develop Your Position • Explain why one viewpoint is more credible to you than the other. • Are there some areas where you think there should be no compromise on the position? • Are there other areas where you think trade-offs are possible?

  8. Discussion Questions for the Class • Where do individuals in the class stand on the debate topic? • Were they persuaded by your arguments? Why or why not?

  9. Information Sources • Web sitesInclude organizations for each side . • Articles or opinion piecesInclude articles for each point of view. • Other sourcesCite quotations from leaders of both sides.

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