1. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 Thames Water The Great Debate Lesson plan 2

2. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 Introduction  At the end of this session you will:  Have taken part in a debate regarding water use and explored ways in which to conserve water  Have argued for or against a position / opinion in character  Reached a conclusion regarding your attitude to water consumption

3. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 Re-cap The local Authority is holding a meeting. Their objectives are:  To explain plans for water efficiency and to discuss the use of water management techniques with residents for the community to become water neutral  To gain information / opinions from existing residents and from interested parties.  To hear all sides of the argument – both for and against

4. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 Re-cap  You should now be in role  Remember when listening to the panel to think how what you are hearing might have an impact on your character’s way of life or business.

5. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 The Great Debate: LP2 Activity 1 – Debate Objectives

6. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 Activity 2 – Vote 1 Is it a good idea for Clear- Water-on- Thames and Clear Water Park to become a water neutral community? Vote as you think your character would vote

7. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 Activity 3 – Questions and points from the floor Now you have heard the thoughts of the panel, it’s time for your questions:  State your name  Occupation (if you have one)  Make your point using at least one fact you have researched to support your argument  Remember to use a ‘sound bite’

8. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 Activity 3 - Summary Key Facts The key points raised

9. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 Activity 4 – Vote 2  Has your character been persuaded by what you’ve heard today?

10. The Great Debate Lesson Plan 2 Extension activity  You are a journalist. Write an article for the local paper summarising the arguments and outcomes of the debate. You may wish to interview some of the participants.  You are a reporter for the local TV station, make a film of your “to camera” report for the local evening news. Would some of the people involved be willing to be interviewed live on TV?  You participated in the debate, write a letter to the local newspaper continuing to argue your point of view.