Feeling the pressure to create engaging lessons that address essential topics? We get it! At Lina Edu Erasmus+ Courses, we specialise in helping educators develop dynamic and impactful learning experiences. Today, we’re sharing a quick and easy activity that leverages World Health Day’s theme in 2024, “My health, my right,” to spark critical thinking and debate in your classroom.
Celebrate World Health Day: A Simple Activity to Engage Your Students
Every year, on April 7th, the World Health Organization (WHO) celebrates World Health Day. This year’s theme, “My health, my right,” offers a powerful opportunity to encourage discussion and critical thinking in your classroom.
No time to prep? No problem!
This quick and engaging activity can be used as a standalone debate or incorporated
into a larger lesson about health and human rights.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- A whiteboard or projector (optional)
- Markers or pens (optional)
Here’s how to do it:
- Set the Stage:
- Introduce World Health Day: Briefly discuss the importance of World Health Day and this year’s theme, “My health, my right.”
- The Debate Prompt:
- Present the Quote: Pose the statement “My health, my right” as a debate topic.
- The Mini-Debate (15 minutes):
- Select Participants: Choose two students to participate in the mini-debate.
- Preparation Time (2 minutes): Give students 2 minutes to prepare three arguments supporting the statement “My health, my right.”
- The Debate:
Opening: Briefly explain the debate format, including time limits for arguments and rebuttals.
Student Debate: Each student presents their arguments, followed by a brief rebuttal from the other student.
Teacher’s Role: You can play devil’s advocate, offering counterarguments to encourage deeper thinking.
- Closing Arguments: Each student gets a final opportunity to summarise their key points.
- 4. Decision Time:
- Form a Jury: Assign two students to act as judges and two others as their assistants.
- Evaluation: The jury and assistants discuss the debate, considering the quality of arguments, presentation style, and overall persuasiveness.
- The Verdict: The jury announces the winner based on their evaluation.
- Feedback and Discussion:
- Open Discussion: Encourage the class to share their thoughts on the debate and the statement “My health, my right.”
Benefits of this activity:
- Promotes critical thinking and debate skills
- Encourages research and knowledge acquisition
- Improves public speaking and presentation skills
- Fosters active listening and communication
Let’s Make World Health Day Meaningful!
We’re always happy to hear your feedback and suggestions. This simple activity offers a springboard for engaging your students on a crucial topic.
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