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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Taxes in U.S. History: The Social Security Act of 1935

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners explain the history of the Social Security Act and the FICA tax. They describe what Social Security is and whom it is intended to help. They explain the purpose of the FICA tax.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Social Security Act

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the Social Security Act of 1935. In this U.S. history activity, students research primary sources in order to prepare for a mock debate of the act prior to it becoming legislation.