Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

• Engels
• Secundair onderwijs

Lesson objectives:

SPOKEN INTERACTION:

- analyze visual material

- participate in a structured debate

Discuss

• What does "beauty" mean to you?
• Can something or someone be considered universally beautiful?
• Think of an example of a cultural or historical standard of beauty that might be different from others.

Debate

Split into 2 groups.

Proposition: Beauty is universally definable.

Opposition: Beauty is entirely subjective and culturally influenced.

Preparation:

Each group gathers points from the video and personal experiences.

 after watching the video. 

Look up information and supporting arguments.

 

 Action

1. Opening statements —2 minutes

Team One presents their position

• The argument (s) is introduced

• Evidence is submitted to support the argument

Team Two does the same.

Do not react to the other party's statements yet!

2. Main Arguments (speeches)—3 minutes

Team One reintroduces their position

• Secondary arguments are introduced

• More evidence is submitted

The other team's evidence and arguments are rebutted (anticipate!)

Team Two does the same.

 

3. Rebuttals —3 minutes 

Team One rebuttal

• Respond directly to opposing team arguments

• Sum up key points of your team position

Team Two rebuttal—3 minutes

• Respond directly to opposing team arguments

• Sum up key points of your team position 

4. Judgment and feedback

Judges or peers evaluate based on criteria like

 argument strength, evidence, clarity, and delivery.

Constructive feedback helps participants improve their skills.

IMPORTANT:

Everyone takes a turn in speaking. 

Prepare well! Look for convincing arguments and elaborate. 

Do not read from a paper while speaking. Use key notes.

Key evaluation points

• Provide evidence from trustworthy sources.
• Stay within the allocated time.
• Avoid logical fallacies.
• Show true understanding of the topic.
• Use correct vocabulary.
• Use correct grammar.
  
• Pay attention to pronunciation.
  
• Speak fluently and make eye contact.
  
• Use strong body language.