Lesson Plan
Pathways Debate Guide
Students will analyze and debate the benefits and drawbacks of traditional college versus alternative post-secondary pathways through research, structured argumentation, and reflection to make informed future decisions.
This lesson empowers students to critically evaluate diverse post-secondary options, develop persuasive communication skills, and gain confidence in making future-oriented choices about their career and life paths.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Debate
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Research & Prep
15 minutes
Step 4
Structured Debate
20 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down & Reflection
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Pros & Cons Matrix
How to Use This Matrix
Matrix Template
Example: Traditional College
Example: Alternative Pathways
Tips for Gathering Evidence
Next Steps
Warm Up
Discussion
Cool Down
