Lesson 3: Writing and Revising Public Arguments
Duration of Days: 3
Lesson Objective
Students will be able to construct and revise a public-facing argument using evidence and feedback.
What makes a public argument credible?
How does revision strengthen communication?
What role does evidence play in public trust?
Draft
Revision
Evidence
Credibility
D1.INQ.9.9–12 – Construct arguments using multiple sources
D1.INQ.10.9–12 – Communicate conclusions through writing and revision
D2.CIV.2.9–12 – Analyze how beliefs and values shape public arguments
Argument writing
Revising for clarity
Supporting claims with evidence
Students draft and revise a public argument using peer and teacher feedback.
DOK Level: 3
Connections to letters to the editor, blogs, and advocacy writing
Discussion of trust in public communication
“Revision means fixing grammar only”
“Strong opinions replace evidence”
Revision checklists
Sentence starters
Model texts
Draft submission
Revision reflection
Writing templates
Rubrics
Peer feedback guides