Simulation versus real-world sports

Form a constructive argument in a debate

Virtual reality versus real-world sports tasks participants to form a constructive argument in a debate based on the question: ‘which is more important to our society - the development of the Nintendo Wii or encouraging more people to take up sport?’

Students research and evaluate the social, ethical, economic and health issues relating to simulation sports versus real-world sports. Form arguments for and against this topic and present the findings in a persuasive, coherent and focused argument.

Tools/resources required
Projector/Whiteboard
Access to the internet for the research activity, or copies of appropriate pre-printed resources

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