“Using the Trial of John Peter Zenger (1735)
to Teach About Freedom of Expression:
A Focus on Understanding Two Sides of an Argument”

II. LESSON PLAN:

STUDENT QUESTION:

In what cases should society limit, or not limit, an individual’s freedom of expression to best serve the common good?

TEACHER QUESTION :

How can we support students in developing an argument which recognizes both sides of an 18th century case?