KQED's You Decide

KQED.org's You Decide is an interactive online "devil's advocate" tool from public broadcast station KQED. KQED has created a series of two dozen interactive modules, each of which is designed to spark civic engagement and dialogue surrounding provocative and relevant ethical issues. For each one, users are asked a series of six yes-or-no questions. Based on your responses each time, KQED returns text arguing the opposite points of view. After the sixth question, your opinion is recording in a survey and compared to others'. You can also participate in a discussion on each topic.

Each question includes a teacher's guide with additional facts, questions, vocabulary and activities designed to foster critical thinking skills. The site was a Finalist, Creative Use of the Medium (Affiliated) in the 2003 Online News Association/ USC Annenberg School for Communication Online Journalism Awards.

This is a fantastic learning tool not just for teachers and students but for everyone. It helps the reader become part of the debate through a critical exploration of the issues. As the site says, "in the end, perhaps you will ask different -- and better -- questions than those presented here." A great example of how online interactivity can make news more engaging.

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