Role Play is when people pretend to be someone else and express their point of view. The first thing we did was read a newspaper article. It was about different people's opinions. Local residents might be outraged at the idea of an outdoor youth facility in the middle of a very quiet estate.On the other hand people might think that this area needs a place for children to meet and play with their friends.
Pupils looked at different people's point of view and had the opportunity to argue their case for or againist a new development at Marl Hole Park. Pupils represented one of the following groups:-
- The council
- Local residents
- Local youth club workers
- Local shopkeeper
- Local children
Each group had to think about the effects that a new development at Marl Hole would have. They prepared a case for or against the development.
All groups were allowed to have their say at a pretend local meeting.
Based on the cases presented the class and the teacher decided whether or not the development should go ahead.