Original PromptCreate a comprehensive public speaking and debate lesson focused on developing students' argumentation, critical thinking, and persuasive communication skills through the contemporary topic of AI tool usage in academic settings. Students should research, construct evidence-based arguments for both sides of whether AI tools like ChatGPT should be permitted for homework, then engage in structured debates that emphasize logical reasoning, ethical considerations, and effective rebuttal techniques. T...
This resource is designed to guide students in constructing evidence-based arguments regarding the ethical implications of using Artificial Intelligence tools in academic settings. The learning objective focuses on fostering skills in anticipating counterarguments and delivering persuasive speeches. It introduces generative AI, discussing its impact on definitions of originality and authorship in academia, prompting students to analyze the pros and cons of AI integration regarding equity, access, and academic integrity. The resource includes frameworks for rebuttal strategies, outlines for persuasive speech construction using the Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) methodology, and reflection tools for self-assessment and peer evaluation. Finally, it challenges students to propose an ethical AI policy for their subject area, reinforcing the importance of transparency and integrity in education.