Investigate
Investigate
Students will conduct critical investigations using diverse media to gather evidence on historical and modern communication techniques, evaluating their credibility and motives, while collaborating on creating propaganda representations for their class zine and preparing for key debates on McCarthyism.
Days 9 - 21
Construct
Construct
Students will collaboratively research historical propaganda, craft evidence-based arguments about its influence in America, and refine their rhetorical skills by engaging in simulated debates and peer-reviewed revisions, culminating in a multimedia showcase that demonstrates their understanding of information communication across eras.
Days 22 - 37
Defend
Defend
Students will present their multimedia documentary and propaganda posters at the community showcase event, publicly defending their interpretations and analysis of communication's impact in historical and modern contexts through live panel discussions and feedback sessions with theater partners and audience members.
Days 38 - 53
Question
Days 1–8
Investigate
Days 9–21
Construct
Days 22–37
Defend
Days 38–53
July 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
28
Day 2
Crafting Research Questions About Communication
Crafting Research Questions About Communication
29
Day 3
Analyzing Propaganda Techniques Across Media
Analyzing Propaganda Techniques Across Media
30
Day 4
First Position Statement
First Position Statement
August 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
3
Day 5
Source Sleuthing: Evaluating Credibility and Motive
Source Sleuthing: Evaluating Credibility and Motive
4
Day 6
Rhetorical Appeals Analysis and Practice
Rhetorical Appeals Analysis and Practice
5
Day 7
Crucible Context Timeline: Evidence Log
Crucible Context Timeline: Evidence Log
6
Day 8
Counter-Propaganda Creation: Remix of Messages
Counter-Propaganda Creation: Remix of Messages
11
Day 10
Deconstruct Propaganda Posters and Messages
Deconstruct Propaganda Posters and Messages
12
Day 11
Media Purpose Analysis Across Formats
Media Purpose Analysis Across Formats
13
Day 12
Signal Integrity: Wave and Circuit Inquiry
Signal Integrity: Wave and Circuit Inquiry
17
Day 13
Credibility Rubric Creation for Sources
Credibility Rubric Creation for Sources
18
Day 14
Rhetoric in Crucible Clips Analysis
Rhetoric in Crucible Clips Analysis
19
Day 15
Evaluating Propaganda: Source Credibility Audit
Evaluating Propaganda: Source Credibility Audit
20
Day 16
Opposing Viewpoints Analysis
Opposing Viewpoints Analysis
24
Day 17
Source Evaluation Lab: Credibility & Bias in Propaganda
Source Evaluation Lab: Credibility & Bias in Propaganda
25
Day 18
Rhetorical Appeals in Historical Propaganda
Rhetorical Appeals in Historical Propaganda
26
Day 19
Debate & Reflection: Claims About Propaganda's Influence
Debate & Reflection: Claims About Propaganda's Influence
27
Day 20
Zine Design Studio: Propaganda Artifacts & Playbill
Zine Design Studio: Propaganda Artifacts & Playbill
September 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
31
Day 21
Crucible Reflections: Video Debrief & Circles
Crucible Reflections: Video Debrief & Circles
2
Day 23
Outline Evidence Based Claim
Outline Evidence Based Claim
3
Day 24
Evidence Hunt & Reflection Setup
Evidence Hunt & Reflection Setup
7
Day 25
Propaganda Analysis: Ethos, Pathos, Logos
Propaganda Analysis: Ethos, Pathos, Logos
8
Day 26
Science Signals: Encoding Messages
Science Signals: Encoding Messages
9
Day 27
Structured Debate Prep with Citations
Structured Debate Prep with Citations
10
Day 28
Zine Drafting: Visual Rhetoric Layout
Zine Drafting: Visual Rhetoric Layout
14
Day 29
Propaganda Techniques in Historical Texts
Propaganda Techniques in Historical Texts
15
Day 30
Evidence Tracking and Source Credibility
Evidence Tracking and Source Credibility
16
Day 31
Structured Debates on Crucible Context
Structured Debates on Crucible Context
17
Day 32
Poster Design to Analyze Persuasion
Poster Design to Analyze Persuasion
21
Day 33
Zine Assembly & Reflection Circles
Zine Assembly & Reflection Circles
22
Day 34
Draft Argument with Citations
Draft Argument with Citations
23
Day 35
Propaganda Source Analysis and Claim Building
Propaganda Source Analysis and Claim Building
24
Day 36
Structured Debate Rehearsal on Propaganda
Structured Debate Rehearsal on Propaganda
28
Day 37
Source Credibility Checkpoint
Source Credibility Checkpoint
29
Day 38
Defend
Reflection Circles on Crucible and Media Analysis
Reflection Circles on Crucible and Media Analysis
30
Day 39
Propaganda Poster Design Sprint for Persuasion
Propaganda Poster Design Sprint for Persuasion
1
Day 40
Documentary Script and Interview Workshop
Documentary Script and Interview Workshop
October 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
5
Day 41
Defense Rehearsal: Arguments and Q&A
Defense Rehearsal: Arguments and Q&A
6
Day 42
Zine Content Synthesis and Audience Preview
Zine Content Synthesis and Audience Preview
7
Day 43
Framing a Defense: Claims, Evidence, Warrants
Framing a Defense: Claims, Evidence, Warrants
8
Day 44
Peer Review of Propaganda Posters
Peer Review of Propaganda Posters
12
Day 45
Documentary Final Edits and Citations
Documentary Final Edits and Citations
13
Day 46
Rehearsal: Defend Analysis through Speaking
Rehearsal: Defend Analysis through Speaking
14
Day 47
Community Showcase Defense and Reflection
Community Showcase Defense and Reflection
15
Day 48
Documentary Evidence Audit for Defense
Documentary Evidence Audit for Defense
19
Day 49
Rhetorical Toolkit for Propaganda Analysis
Rhetorical Toolkit for Propaganda Analysis
20
Day 50
Mock Community Showcase Rehearsal & Feedback
Mock Community Showcase Rehearsal & Feedback
21
Day 51
Final Defense Prep & Q&A Anticipation
Final Defense Prep & Q&A Anticipation
22
Day 52
Evolution of Arguments Reflection
Evolution of Arguments Reflection