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Should physician-assisted suicide be legal? Using a debate topics website, pupils prepare to discuss the morality and legality of euthanasia. Scholars discover historical case studies involving assisted suicide, explore state-by-state statistics, and read polls about others' opinions—all in an effort to arrive at their own conclusions.
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Instructional Ideas
- Help prepare learners for whole-class debates by having them participate in informal debates about topics like the best movie of the year
Classroom Considerations
- Take caution due to the sensitive nature of the topic
- Time needed for students to research and prepare may vary
Pros
- Includes the top pro and con quotes spoken by doctors, organizations, and other professionals to add perspective
- Provides information about the legal status of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in other countries
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- None