The instructor provides a potential position on an issue, while learners list at least two pros and cons of that position. This activity allows learners to go beyond their first reactions by weighing the value of competing perspectives.
| Individual/Group Activity | Individually |
| Class Size | Small (<25), Medium (25-50), & Large (51-200) |
| Bloom’s Taxonomy Level | Apply |
| Development Initial | Independent Knowing |
| Minimum Time to Facilitate | < 15 Minutes |
| Minimum Time to Debrief | < 10 Minutes |
| PDFs | Here |
Additional Resources
Walker, S. E. (2003). Active learning strategies to promote critical thinking. Journal of athletic training, 38(3), 263: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC233182/