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Genocide
Twelfth graders examine human genocide. In this genocide lesson, 12th graders listen to their instructor present a lecture about genocide and then research specific historical events. Students present their research findings to their peers.
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The Space Race in the '50's
Students explore the impact of the space race. In this 1950's America lesson, students examine newspapers from the time period as well as Apollo mission episodes. Students then create journals from the perspectives of Apollo astronauts.
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Reach for the Stars
Students consider the significance of space exploration. In this space science lesson, students visit selected websites to discover information about astronomy, lunar missions, and space travel. Students discuss the value of space...
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The Pauper and the Pop Star
Students examine international adoption. In this current events lesson plan, students investigate international adoptions as they visit selected websites to educate themselves about the topic. Students then discuss their findings.
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Good Schools For Everyone
Students work in groups in order to brainstorm the type of criteria needed to assess the quality of a secondary school. They use several case studies to establish the context for coming up with ideas. Then students conduct research into...
Broward Education Foundation
Broward Education Foundation: Pen Pals Around the World [Pdf]
Young scholars improve skills in all subjects and connect with other students while learning about another country. The young scholars began by researching our country. The students chose which topic they wanted to present in our video....
Council for Economic Education
Econ Ed Link: Is Globalization a Dirty Word?
Is globalization a dirty word? Well not according to a recent study conducted by the World Bank. The report, entitled Globalization, Growth, and Poverty: Building an Inclusive World Economy, makes the case for globalization as a method...