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Civil Rights Act of 1964

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Was JFK a fallen Civil Rights hero—or a fraud? Learners examine Kennedy's own words and those of his critics to decide for themselves. After examining Kennedy's actions before his assassination, they determine what sort of legacy he left behind. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
civil rights, civil rights leaders, the civil rights act of 1964, the civil rights movement, lyndon b. johnson, primary source analysis, primary source images, primary sources, the 1960s, african american history, john f. kennedy, the presidency of john f. kennedy
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social studies
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Instructional Ideas
  • Use discussion questions, analytical activities, and primary sources to evaluate the legacy of John F. Kennedy
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson assumes that class members are already familiar with the Civil Rights movement, including key events and organizations
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Pros
  • Activities include thought-provoking questions to stimulate discussion
  • Resource investigates relevant and important historiography
Cons
  • None