This is designed originally as a Google HyperDoc and it is recommended that teachers copy the HyperDoc and adapt it as needed to suit their needs. The lesson follows the Engage, Explore, Explain, Apply, and Reflect learning structure and links to various other resources. Here are links to various resources used in this activity including models:Inverences Activity: Choice OptionInferences Activity: Unwind OptionModel: Inference and Conclusion Part OneModel: Inference and Conclusion Part Two

Students will produce a persuasive analysis essay as a top psychiatrist assessing the mental health of a defendent accused of murder in order to see if he can avoid the death penalty by pleading insanity.  ** This performance assessment was developed by a collaborative team of teachers and division staff from Middlesex, Poquoson, and West Point school divisions.