2023 Debate topic: Reducing Foreign Aid (Critical Thinking | Politics | ESL)

Looking for an interesting debate activity and topic and don’t know where to start? Perhaps you’re interested in introducing debates as a way to improve critical thinking or listening/speaking skills?

This one-click download for Foreign Aid Reduction is perfect for teens and international classes interested in International relations, politics and economics. It encourages early high school/ late high school students (and adult ESL learners) to develop critical thinking and logic skills in a debate format. The download includes everything you need to get started all in one zip file - along with an instructions document.

Detailed summary found below

*Ideal for:

• Introducing Debates in English/law/ESL classes
• Critical thinking & Analytical-focused classes
• Adult and Teen group collaboration
• Class Objectives and Outcome
• Think critically and analyze arguments empathically
• Assess and present thoughts in a logical manner on conflicting topics
• Gain a better understanding of both sides of an argument using focused vocab, timing and research
• Use research and collaboration to argue a point
• Improve listening, public speaking and articulation skills

Download details
1-3 Day class activity (Teacher’s discretion)
6 easy to understand files

Table of contents

1. Instructions for Teachers
2. Debate Intro and handout
3. A slide show that you can use to guide some thoughts and discussions with your class
4. Multi-page student graphic organizer to help students as they plan and research their debates and ongoing arguments
5. Terms & Conditions, Our socials,

Optional Instructions:

Teachers will decide how long they would like this activity to last. More time = more research and teamwork. For first time debaters, please read below:

1. Have classroom projector ready for presentation and class introductions

2. Create copies of debate intro and student organizer equivalent to the number of students you have, each document will be given to one student

You can:
Prepare a box where the judges may be submitting their votes for debate winners anonymously