KS1 & KS2 English curriculum

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Year 4

Getting ready to debate

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  • Developing spoken language

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In this unit, pupils explore the concept of debating and the importance of justifying opinions. They learn what a motion is, how to create effective motions and techniques for agreeing or disagreeing respectfully. The unit concludes with an informal debate, allowing pupils to apply their skills.

This unit builds on the skills developed in the previous unit on speeches by extending pupils' understanding of how to construct and support an argument. By learning the fundamentals of debating - such as justifying opinions and engaging respectfully in disagreements - pupils further refine their ability to communicate clearly, listen actively, and express their views persuasively. This foundation in debating will prepare pupils for the next unit, where they will learn to prepare for and participate in formal debates, applying and strengthening their ability to justify opinions with reasoning.

  1. What is a debate?
  2. A motion to debate
  3. Agreeing and disagreeing
  4. An informal debate

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