Press Conference Role Play

Alisen Laferriere

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Press Conference Role Play

Enhance public speaking skills

In this lesson, students will engage in a mock press conference, taking on the roles of journalists and world leaders to discuss a recent global event. This activity is designed to enhance students' public speaking skills and deepen their understanding of international affairs. By simulating a real-world scenario, students will develop critical thinking, communication, and empathy as they navigate complex global issues.

Audience

Grades 10-12

Time

45 mins

Approach

Enhance public speaking skills

Materials

Role Assignment Cards, Press Conference Preparation Worksheet, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Briefly introduce the concept of a press conference and its importance in global affairs.
Explain the objectives of the role play activity: to enhance public speaking skills and understanding of international issues.

Step 2

Role Assignment

5 mins

Distribute role assignment cards to each student, assigning them as either a journalist or a world leader.
Allow students a moment to familiarize themselves with their roles.

Step 3

Preparation

10 mins

Hand out the Press Conference Preparation Worksheet.
Instruct students to prepare questions (for journalists) or statements (for world leaders) based on their roles.
Encourage students to think critically about the global event being discussed.

Step 4

Press Conference Role Play

20 mins

Set up the classroom to resemble a press conference setting.
Begin the role play, allowing journalists to ask questions and world leaders to respond.
Facilitate the session, ensuring all students have the opportunity to participate.

Step 5

Debrief and Discussion

5 mins

Lead a discussion using the prepared questions to reflect on the activity.
Discuss what students learned about public speaking and international affairs.
Encourage students to share their experiences and insights from the role play.

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Worksheet

Role Assignment Cards

These cards assign students their roles as journalists or world leaders for the press conference role play.

Journalist - Focus on environmental issues

Journalist - Focus on economic policies

Journalist - Focus on human rights

World Leader - Country A

World Leader - Country B

World Leader - Country C

Worksheet

Press Conference Preparation Worksheet

This worksheet helps students prepare their questions or statements for the press conference role play.

What is your role in the press conference?

List three key points or questions you want to address during the press conference.

Consider the global event and your role's perspective.

Discussion

Discussion Questions

These questions guide the debriefing session after the role play.

What challenges did you face during the role play?

Encourage students to think about communication barriers and role-specific challenges.

How did this activity change your understanding of international affairs?

Discuss insights gained about global issues and the role of media.