Clip three: The language of debate
In this clip from a language lesson, the sentence François writes on the board causes controversy amongst the students.
- In the opening exchange between Souleymane and François, how resistant is the student to his teacher’s suggestions? How satisfactory is this exchange for both parties
- What problems do the students claim to have with their teacher’s use of language, and how do they present their views?
- Would you say this is a debate or a conflict? How controlled is the situation – who has the upper hand?
Clip four: questions of sport
National identity and national pride are called into question during a debate about football.
- At what point would you say this ‘debate’ becomes an argument?
- Would you have expected the teacher to act differently in this situation? Explain your answer.