Inquiry Project with Flash Debate: Use this activity as the basis for an inquiry project. Present students with a debatable topic, and explain that they will research the topic, generate an opinion, and gather evidence to support their opinion. Consider student age when choosing the topic; younger students may benefit more from binary parameters (e.g., Which is a better energy source: solar or wind?), while older students may enjoy the challenge of more complex questions (e.g., How can we fight climate change?). After students have learned about the topic, formed an opinion, and gathered evidence, facilitate a Flash Debate to allow them to present their arguments to peers.
