Manipulators

Secretly use manipulation techniques to influence the conversation. Listen closely, argue smartly, and call out manipulation before it wins the room.

Topic: Manipulation techniques
Group size: 3-4 players
Age: 14-17 years old
Game session time: 10-20 minutes
Learning objectives:

• To recognize different manipulation techniques as they appear in real conversations.
• To improve critical thinking by distinguishing between valid arguments and conversation tricks used to influence others.

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