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George Lucas and the Power of Myth

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the contributions of George Lucas to society. They analyze the concept of a hero, conduct Internet research on the life of George Lucas, develop a Hero Attribute Chart, and create an artistic rendering representing the...
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The Introduction and Diffusion of Household Technology

For Teachers 6th - Higher Ed
Learners conduct research and develop a matrix demonstrating the introduction and spread of common household items from 1900 to 2000 in the U.S. They conduct Internet research, watch and discuss a video, and develop the matrix.
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El Nino

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers recognize that El Nino is caused by changes in the atmospheric and ocean content. They conduct a simple experiment, visit websites and create a class poster using individual storyboards.
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The Other Roman Empire

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students interpret their findings from resources and explain each Eastern Roman Emperor's policies. They compare Eastern and Western Roman Empires and explain how the transfer of power from the Western Roman Empire to the Eastern Roman...
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Concern over Assam Rhinos

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study the illegal hunting of wild animals (rhinos) in India. They read a short news report, review related vocabulary, and complete a vocabulary matching exercise.
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Science Fiction Fun

For Teachers 4th - 6th
In this writing worksheet, students read a science fiction book and write a report. Students follow the 6 guidelines and answer the questions to complete this report.
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Find a Small Word Inside a Bigger Word 2

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this recognizing smaller words hiding inside bigger words worksheet, students read lists of words and underline the small word inside each one. Students underline 20 words.
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A Day in the Life

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students inquire about the politics and culture of Ancient Rome. In this Ancient Rome project/unit, students research life during ancient Roman times and create a newspaper with articles on politics, sports, culture, and economics.
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Ancient Greece Podcast

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this writing a podcast lesson plan, 7th graders create a podcast involving Ancient Greece. Students follow a rubric and outline to create their podcast. Students present their podcast to their fellow students.
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Interpreting Women in Islam

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the progressive movement in Muslim nations. In this Muslim culture lesson, students explore the evolution of Muslim women's rights. Students investigate primary Muslim sources that require them to consider compare the...
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Discovering Dewey's Decimal System

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers discover the Dewey Decimal System.  In this fractions lesson plan, students utilize education software to discover how the Dewey Decimal System works.  Middle schoolers create a PowerPoint presentation in groups or a...
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News Coverage

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students compare and contrast methods of media coverage. In this media awareness lesson, students keep track of news regarding a world or national issue for the period of 1 week. Students collaborate to describe the type of coverage...
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Breaking News English: TV News about Russia

For Students 5th - 10th
In this TV News about Russia learning exercise, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion...
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Science in Focus: Force and Motion

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore force and motion through a series of experiments. In this physics lesson, students create and interpret speed graphs. They build an electromagnet and explain the factors affecting its strength.
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Slanted Sentences

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine biased words in news articles, suggest synonyms, then rewrite the sentences to demonstrate how word choice can alter meaning.
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The Spread of HIV Through a Population

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars use a model to illustrate the spread of HIV through an adolescent population and, acting in the role of epidemiologists, explore the dilemmas of HIV infection presented by the simulation. beneficence and justice.
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Soldados: Soldiers' Stories

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This lesson will help students practice conducting an oral history interview, increase knowledge about what it is like to be a soldier, gain knowledge about the Vietnam War and gain knowledge about the Chicano experience in the U.S.
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Social Studies: Global Women and Poverty

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Students conduct research and make comparisons about various global economies. Create graphic organizers to present their research findings and illustrate solutions to problems. Students discuss and debate issues based on what they have...
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It's Genetic--Or Is It?

For Teachers All
Students identify examples of the interplay between genes and environment on certain traits and discuss how the Human Genome Project has led to a greater understanding of the role of genes on complex traits.
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Media Arts Production

For Teachers All
Students learn about the basic legal and ethical responsibilities shouldered by people making "reality" videos (i.e. videos with non-actors).
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The Case of the Biological Biosphere: Health, Math, Technology

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students investigate various aspects of the human body  in this imaginative Tree House Detective episode about the biological biosphere. In a series of They take measurements, analyze data, and use technology. The lessons revolve around...
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Stonehenge: Solving Ancient Mysteries

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners explore archeologists and anthropologists and the tools and methods they use to gather and interpret scientific evidence. They research current archaeological excavations and contact the scientists working at these digs.
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Using the Synoptic Code for the Prediction of Weather

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Young scholars interpret the synoptic code. They construct a thermoscreen with an anemometer. Students identify different types of clouds and understand and read barometric pressure. Young scholars predict weather pattern as they apply...
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Keeping It Quiet

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students consider ways in which countries use censorship to control information. They examine China's recent abridgement of a politician's speech and consider China's recent history with other nations to better explain why censorship is...

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