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Bringing It Home

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The "Bringing It Home" lesson asks scholars to investigate segregation and diversity in their school. They research, collect, and analyze local demographics. After reflecting on their personal experiences with cliques and social boundaries, class members brainstorm ways they could encourage socialization across groups.

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CCSS: Designed
Concepts
desegregation, segregation, equity, social justice, public education, democracy, diversity, data collection, critical thinking, opinions, public opinion, tolerance
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Instructional Ideas
  • Provide links to where researchers may find information about the demographics in their school and community, as well as information about other nearby communities
  • Have class members organize a "Mix It Up Day" for your school (scheduled for October 28 in 2022)
Classroom Considerations
  • The fifth of six lessons in the "Looking Back Reaching Forward" unit
  • Requires copies of two handouts for each participant
Pros
  • The activities encourage participants to take responsibility for making change
Cons
  • None