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Common Core SL.11-12.1 dbqs
Thomas Paine Common Sense: Primary Source Activity | American History
Thomas Paine's Common Sense was a little pamphlet with big ideas! This primary source activity gives students a chance to read through and analyze the major paragraphs, or arguments, within his pamphlet while answering various questions. I created this mini-unit for my own classroom to help students understand this important document that shaped the course of Independence. You will find that this resource is challenging yet capable for all. Students are analyzing text from the 1700's which ca
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6th - 12th
Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
School Dress Code: An Evidence-Based Argumentative Writing Unit - Google Drive
This argumentative writing unit focuses on utilizing a popular and controversial topic, school dress codes, to spark informal dialogue and debate as well as claim/counterclaim development and evidence-based writing through article and video study. Examining students’ school dress code experiences, students are given many opportunities throughout this unit to discuss their positions with peers. These conversations and informal writings combined with an analysis of the differing viewpoints present
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6th - 12th
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Fragile State Case Study: Haiti 2014 - IB Global Politics
This bundle includes three lessons. Each lesson requires between 1-3 hours, depending on how much is completed in class, or at home.The first lesson explores the concept of state fragility, including the characteristics and causes of fragile states. Students explore the concept through some discussions, video analysis, reading excerpts, and a brief case study (Haiti).The second lesson is a deep dive into fragility in Haiti. It focuses on the political turmoil, gang violence, and humanitarian nee
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) - IB Global Politics
Until recently, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) may have been unfamiliar to many students. Often confused with the International Criminal Court (ICC), the ICJ is gaining global attention due to recent events. Following Hamas' attack on October 7th, the ICJ has been thrust into the spotlight, with Israel facing two cases before the court. This is the opportune moment to teach about the ICJ.This no-prep lesson utilizes the cases of Israel before the ICJ to demonstrate the court's role in
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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CEDAW - IB Global Politics
This lesson delves into the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), examining its successes, limitations, and the role of non-state actors in advancing women's rights globally. Through a variety of learning activities, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of CEDAW's impact, challenges, and the ongoing efforts to promote gender equality. Learning activities include: A Nearpod or Canva presentation: Teacher will lead students through an inter
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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R2P and Humanitarian Intervention - IB Global Politics
This 2-3 day, no prep lesson, aims to deepen students' understanding of humanitarian intervention, Responsibility to Protect (R2P), and the complexities surrounding sovereignty, international law, and global security. Through a variety of learning activities, students engage with different perspectives and sources to critically examine these concepts and their real-world implications. The lesson includes: Warm Up: Students engage in a discussion about sovereignty and its implicationsVideo and Re
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Libya: R2P and Humanitarian Intervention - IB Global Politics
This NO PREP lesson uses the 2011 intervention in Libya as a case study for examining the complexities of R2P and humanitarian intervention. It includes the following learning activities:Warm UpA Nearpod or Canva presentationSource-based questionsA video interview with Scott Shane, author of the 2016 NYT exposé “The Libya Gamble” A reading about Libya’s state fragility since the interventionCulminating Activity: Students compare and contrast two sources, representing different perspectives on th
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Socratic Seminar: Who Should Be on American Currency?
The images we see around us daily have a subtle yet profound effect. In this Socratic seminar, students consider American currency and consider: should the faces on the bills be changed or stay the same? The learn who is featured on currency now and think on who could be. This activity can be used during an American History course as students learn about figures like Andrew Jackson and Harriet Tubman, or can be used as a general debate in any Social Studies or English-Language Arts classroom.
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8th - 12th
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Haiti Crisis 2024 - IB Global Politics
This lesson explores the current crisis in Haiti, focusing on the political turmoil, gang violence, and humanitarian needs facing the nation. Students will engage in various learning activities to understand the situation, its causes, and potential solutions. Through source analysis, discussion, and collaborative research, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of Haiti's challenges and their implications. Learning activities include: Warm Up: Students will take a New York Times qui
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Haiti Crisis 2024 - Overview and Role Play - IB Global Politics
Fragile States 101 - IB Global Politics
The learning activities in this lesson are designed to engage students in exploring the concept of state fragility from various angles, including through discussions, video analysis, reading excerpts, and a case study. Here's a summary of the learning activities:1. Warm Up: Students answer questions to review previous knowledge on legitimacy and non-state actors, preparing them for the topic of state fragility.2. Video Analysis: Students watch a video titled "Fragile States - Gateway Introductio
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Fragile State Case Study: Haiti 2014 - IB Global Politics
GDP and GNI as Measures of Development - IB Global Politics
This lesson introduces students to the concepts of GDP and GNI as measures of development. It begins with an interactive presentation that includes definitions, maps and visuals, and an explanation of some of the strengths and limitations of using GDP and GNI to measure development. The lesson also includes some source-based questions and a video clip of Martha Nussbaum, philosopher and author of the capabilities approach to development, explaining the limitations of only using GDP to measure d
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Iraq War: Legacy of the 2003 U.S. Invasion of Iraq - IBDP Global Politics
This multi-day lesson introduces students to the legacy of the 2003 U.S. invasion and subsequent occupation of Iraq. It begins by engaging them in viewing some maps and taking a quiz to see what they know about the country. Next, students read a speech by President George Bush explaining the U.S. goals in Iraq. The lesson also features an interactive presentation and video on the invasion and introduces them to the work of Iraqi journalist Ghaith Abdul-Ahad who argues that the U.S. invasion of I
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Reagan Challenger Disaster Speech Unit
Unit Activities and Assessments include the followingAcademic vocabulary for the unit. Examine the rhetorical situation using a rhetorical triangle infographic I created. For a better understanding of the text, we will examine the cultural context of America in January 1986.The text: “Address to the Nation on the Explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger” by Ronald Reagan. Links to background videos.Ten multiple-choice reading comprehension questions, including an answer key. Eight short-answ
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8th - 12th
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Socratic Circle Bundle for All Contents
Are you a high school teacher sick of the same summative assessments? Trying to promote academic discourse, but not sure where to start? I have perfected a week long Socratic Circle lesson plan that can be used for virtually any high school classroom. Just plug your central question and resources in and GO!I have used this assessment in English, US History, World History, Government, Economics, and Social Justice, and Ethnic Studies to great success. The standards I have included are for 11-12,
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9th - 12th
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Socratic Circle Lesson Plan (JPEG)
Are you a high school teacher sick of the same summative assessments? Trying to promote academic discourse, but not sure where to start? I have perfected a week long Socratic Circle lesson plan that can be used for virtually any high school classroom. Just plug your central question and resources in and GO!I have used this assessment in English, US History, World History, Government, Economics, and Social Justice, and Ethnic Studies to great success. The standards I have included are for 11-12,
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Socratic Circle Bundle for All Contents
Reusable Packet for Socratic Circles in High School
This reusable packet can be used to fit any type of Socratic circle, structured academic controversy, academic discourse, or guided discussion in your classroom! I have used this packet in English, US History, World History, Government, Economics, and Social Justice, and Ethnic Studies to great success.The Common Core standards I have included are for 11-12, but this activity could easily be scaled down for 7th-10th grade classrooms.Resource Includes:5 days of activitiesCommon Core StandardsRubr
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Socratic Circle Bundle for All Contents
Socratic Circle Lesson Plan (Virtual)
Are you a high school teacher sick of the same summative assessments? Trying to promote academic discourse, but not sure where to start? I have perfected a week long Socratic Circle lesson plan that can be used for virtually any high school classroom. Just plug your central question and resources in and GO!I have used this assessment in English, US History, World History, Government, Economics, and Social Justice, and Ethnic Studies to great success. The standards I have included are for 11-12
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Socratic Circle Bundle for All Contents
Reusable Virtual Packet for Socratic Circles in High School
This reusable packet can be used virtually on CANVAS, Google Classroom, etc. or can easily be modified to print as a paper resource. I have used this packet in English, US History, World History, Government, Economics, and Social Justice, and Ethnic Studies to great success. The standards I have included are for 11-12, but this activity could easily be scaled down for 7th-10th grade classrooms.Resource Includes:5 days of activities Common Core StandardsRubric based on Common CoreMultiple chanc
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Socratic Circle Bundle for All Contents
U.S. History Unit 1: "White Supremacy post Civil War" Document Analysis
This was an assignment that I worked with my colleagues to create, so I am making it available for free. I reference this assignment in my Legacy of Reconstruction PowerPoint, available on TpT.
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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