I have invented a list of fourthy public speaking topics for discussions and analyses in group
discussions. They can be used in speech class for persuasive speaking assignments.
Especially exploring a youth group discussion topic is an ideal method to test the listening,
interhuman, persuasive and presentation skills of students.
Factual topics for a group are - as the word says - about facts. This is a sample list of
speech topics on current issues and facts:
A controversial group discussion topic is a speech topic that has many controversies, pros
and cons. Keep in mind that all current group discussion topics are not my opinion, but just
a sample list of speech topics!
1. Sustainable urban living without the use of excessive natural resources must be our
future.
2. Are there extraterrestrials who influence events on Earth?
3. Marijuana has a medical value.
4. Direct mail is a special form of junk mail.
5. The pros and cons of a female President.
6. Online dating chats have nothing to do with a search for a soul mate.
7. Should schools distribute condoms?
8. Most people support embryonic stem cell research.
9. Life imprisonment is a good alternative to capital punishment.
10. What is wrong with child labor?
Abstract group discussion topics are things that cannot be touched, not be easily defined or
formulated. Just think in a creative manner and start a vivid group discussion with one of
these abstract topics to talk about:
The fourth type of group discussion topics are so-called case studies. You determine a
problem and together with the other group members you have to find a satisfying solution.
These are small group discussion topic ideas. Just modify and alter where necessary, these
are just guiding light topic ideas: