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- Government Glossary
- Social Studies Rubric
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- Critical Thinking Strategies
- Informational Text
- Worksheet
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Do the government's affirmative action policies promote equity in the United States? The Fourteenth Amendment to the US Constitution and affirmative action policies come under scrutiny in an activity that asks class members to investigate arguments for and against affirmative action.
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Instructional Ideas
- The information sheet is dated; therefore, ask groups to research current issues related to affirmation action
Classroom Considerations
- The third in a series of 19 related resources designed for government classes
Pros
- The five-page resource includes links to related sites, a brief plan, a brief summary of the history of affirmative policies, a worksheet, and a graphic organizer
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