Writing an Op-Ed – Civic Skills

Melissa Davis: Deputy Opinion Editor, Seattle Times Melissa Davis explains the importance not only of a free press, but also of providing a platform for a structured sharing and exchange of diverse points of view on public life. She goes on to illustrate the role that Op-Eds in The Seattle Times have had on policy and lawmaking, citing recent examples. Lastly, she advocates for reading persuasive pieces, especially those you may not agree with, as a way to grow and better understand your community. More Learning resources: 📚Check out our other CIVICS CURRICULA for WA middle and high school teachers: https://www.teachwithtvw.org/lesson-plans/ ======================================= Other Teach With TVW Civics Videos ======================================= 🎬 Civics 101 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDcy6Oz3plxQCqpfNUb2HGf&feature=shared 🎬 Legislative Navigator https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SD-p5BHx443GTtGBp_DKQVT&feature=shared 🎬 Learning Modules - The Branches of WA State Government: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SBe_62ViakFyBCw4qah7eR7&feature=shared https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SDnVbfKeRWogOX6zU5BWw6b&feature=shared https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCYOl5u2wu52tt3G7sEmNTG&feature=shared https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SAlJXemJj6KtI7saVkFFdM7&si=zodZl_faZv-ePfLH https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75F8E2rv4SCiQlpeW9JwnJepn87zNpDT&feature=shared ======================================= Other Teach With TVW Civics Programs ======================================= 🙋Capitol Classroom - Bring the Legislative process into your classroom: https://teachwithtvw.org/civic-participation-in-the-classroom/ =========================== Subscribe and Follow Teach With TVW =========================== ➡YT: @teachwithtvw360 ➡Web: https://www.teachwithtvw.org ➡FB: @Teach with TVW ➡IG: @TeachWithTVW ➡LI: @TeachWithTVW QUESTION - Have a question about our lesson plans or online videos? Drop it in the comments! ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ Teach with TVW is a free online resource provided by TVW for Washington state social studies teachers to engage their students in state government and help to inspire active citizens. #waleg #teachwithtvw #CapitolClassroom #CONNECTS #civics101 #legislativenavigator #ontheissues #electionsexplained Writing an Op-ED - Civic Skills
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Melissa Davis: Deputy Opinion Editor, Seattle Times, explains the importance not only of a free press, but also of providing a platform for a structured sharing and exchange of diverse points of view on public life. She goes on to illustrate the role that Op-Eds in The Seattle Times have had on policy and lawmaking, citing recent examples. Lastly, she advocates for reading persuasive pieces, especially those you may not agree with, as a way to grow and better understand your community.

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