Creative Writing - Junior Secondary 2 - Debate/Argumentative writing

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STEPS

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

LEARNERS ACTIVITY

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INTRODUCTION

The teacher revises the previous lesson and introduces the new topic by reviewing the rules in writing a debate/argumentative essay

Learners observe, learn and participate

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EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION/TEACHER MODELLING

The teacher guides the learners in writing in opposition of the debate topic, “Girls education should end in the kitchen”

Good day Mr Chairman, Panel of Judges, Ladies and gentlemen. My name is Ajeyomi Adejoke. I strongly oppose the motion that says, “Girls education should end in the kitchen”. Limiting a girl's education to domestic skills undermines her potential and restricts her from exploring broader opportunities.

Firstly, education is a fundamental right for all, regardless of gender. It equips girls with knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue careers in fields such as science, medicine, engineering, and leadership. By limiting girls to the kitchen, we deprive society of their valuable contributions and prevent them from reaching their full potential.

Secondly, the world is changing rapidly, and girls deserve an education that prepares them for the challenges of the modern workforce. While cooking is an important life skill, it should not define a girl's education. Girls should be free to pursue their dreams and ambitions beyond traditional roles.

Moreover, gender equality means breaking away from stereotypes. Education empowers girls to challenge outdated norms and take on roles in governance, business, and innovation. A girl educated only in the kitchen is denied the chance to influence the world around her.

In conclusion, girls' education should not end in the kitchen. Instead, it should open doors to limitless opportunities, ensuring that girls can shape their futures and contribute meaningfully to society.

Learners observe, learn and participate

3

EVALUATION

The Learners are asked to

1.   Outline the features of a debate

2.   Discuss the language of debate

- Learners observe, learn and participate

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CLASS-WORK

Learners are asked to write the topic sentence of each paragraph in the debate-argumentative discussed in the class

Learners observe, learn and participate

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ASSIGNMENT

Learners are asked to write in opposition to the debate topic, ‘Life in the city is better than life in the rural areas’

Learners participate

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CONCLUSION

The teacher marks their books, corrects it and commends the Learners