MODULE 8 ASSIGNMENT TWO: DIFFERENTIATED
INSTRUCTION PLAN|COMPLETE GUIDE|DETAILED
ANSWERS
Standard And Learning Targets (From Module 8, Assignment One)
Standard: LAFS.7.W.1.1 - Write Arguments To Support Claims With Clear Reasons And
Relevant Evidence.
Learning Targets:
• Write A Clear Claim That Takes A Position On An Issue
• Find Strong Evidence From Texts To Support My Argument
• Explain How My Evidence Connects To My Claim
• Acknowledge What People Who Disagree With Me Might Say
• Use Transition Words To Connect My Ideas Smoothly
Group A Assignment: Extremely Gifted Students (Already At/Near Mastery)
Assignment Title: "Community Policy Advocate"
Assignment Description: Students Will Serve As Policy Advocates For Their Local City
Council, Preparing A Comprehensive Policy Proposal That Addresses A Real Community
Issue. This Multi-Faceted Project Requires Advanced Research, Analysis Of Complex
Stakeholder Perspectives, And Sophisticated Argumentation.
, Specific Tasks:
1. Issue Selection & Research: Choose A Legitimate Local Issue (Based On Actual
City Council Agendas) Such As Zoning Changes, Environmental Policies, Or Budget
Allocations. Conduct Research Using Primary Sources Including Government
Documents, Public Meeting Transcripts, And Expert Interviews.
2. Stakeholder Analysis: Identify And Analyze At Least Four Different Stakeholder
Groups Affected By The Issue. Create Detailed Profiles Explaining Each Group's
Perspective, Interests, And Concerns.
3. Multi-Format Argument Portfolio: Develop Three Interconnected Argumentative
Pieces:
o Policy Brief: 2-Page Executive Summary For City Council Members
o Community Presentation: 8-10 Minute Presentation For Public Hearing
Simulation
o Op-Ed Article: 500-Word Piece For Local Newspaper
4. Counterargument Strategy: Anticipate And Prepare Responses To The Three
Strongest Opposing Arguments, Including Compromise Solutions That Address
Legitimate Concerns.
5. Public Forum Simulation: Present Their Proposal During A Mock City Council
Meeting Where Classmates And Teacher Role-Play As Different Stakeholders And
Council Members.
Differentiation Elements:
• Content: Complex, Real-World Primary Sources And Authentic Audience
INSTRUCTION PLAN|COMPLETE GUIDE|DETAILED
ANSWERS
Standard And Learning Targets (From Module 8, Assignment One)
Standard: LAFS.7.W.1.1 - Write Arguments To Support Claims With Clear Reasons And
Relevant Evidence.
Learning Targets:
• Write A Clear Claim That Takes A Position On An Issue
• Find Strong Evidence From Texts To Support My Argument
• Explain How My Evidence Connects To My Claim
• Acknowledge What People Who Disagree With Me Might Say
• Use Transition Words To Connect My Ideas Smoothly
Group A Assignment: Extremely Gifted Students (Already At/Near Mastery)
Assignment Title: "Community Policy Advocate"
Assignment Description: Students Will Serve As Policy Advocates For Their Local City
Council, Preparing A Comprehensive Policy Proposal That Addresses A Real Community
Issue. This Multi-Faceted Project Requires Advanced Research, Analysis Of Complex
Stakeholder Perspectives, And Sophisticated Argumentation.
, Specific Tasks:
1. Issue Selection & Research: Choose A Legitimate Local Issue (Based On Actual
City Council Agendas) Such As Zoning Changes, Environmental Policies, Or Budget
Allocations. Conduct Research Using Primary Sources Including Government
Documents, Public Meeting Transcripts, And Expert Interviews.
2. Stakeholder Analysis: Identify And Analyze At Least Four Different Stakeholder
Groups Affected By The Issue. Create Detailed Profiles Explaining Each Group's
Perspective, Interests, And Concerns.
3. Multi-Format Argument Portfolio: Develop Three Interconnected Argumentative
Pieces:
o Policy Brief: 2-Page Executive Summary For City Council Members
o Community Presentation: 8-10 Minute Presentation For Public Hearing
Simulation
o Op-Ed Article: 500-Word Piece For Local Newspaper
4. Counterargument Strategy: Anticipate And Prepare Responses To The Three
Strongest Opposing Arguments, Including Compromise Solutions That Address
Legitimate Concerns.
5. Public Forum Simulation: Present Their Proposal During A Mock City Council
Meeting Where Classmates And Teacher Role-Play As Different Stakeholders And
Council Members.
Differentiation Elements:
• Content: Complex, Real-World Primary Sources And Authentic Audience
