Convince me that...(Winter edition)

Using This Activity Online:

• Share or assign each student a 'Convince Me' topic during the session.
• Present the statement on-screen for everyone to see.
• Allow students a few minutes to prepare their arguments individually or collaborate in breakout rooms.
• Have students present their arguments one by one, encouraging the class to challenge their ideas with questions or counterpoints.
• Conclude with a group discussion reflecting on the most creative or convincing arguments.

Using This Activity Offline:

• Print or write out the 'Convince Me' topics and distribute them to students individually or in pairs.
• Give them time to brainstorm and structure their arguments.
• Organise a mini-debate or presentation session where each student or group defends their point of view.
• Encourage classmates to ask questions or provide feedback after each presentation.
• Wrap up the activity with a recap of effective strategies for persuasion and any new vocabulary learned.