Hot Topic Assignment Ideas

You are leading discussion. People might not want to participate. You could:
1.Start with an anecdote.
2.Ask for initial responses.
3.Ask if there were areas of the article that stood out as interesting/surprising/upsetting that needs address first.
4.Ask if people can note how the article might relate to their daily life.
5.Ask if the article motivated anyone to take action.
6.Mention other sources that audience could look at that might be of interest.

People are getting marked on their responses, so there should not be silence. Feel free to ask people directly to answer.