Lesson Plan

The Color of Law: Winners and Losers in the Job Market

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The second lesson in "The Color of Law" shows how government policies supported economic inequality. Scholars read additional excerpts and respond to text-dependent questions from "The Color of Law" text, examine primary source documents that describe the experiences of Pullman Porters and CCC workers, and then share insights into how the described government policies still impact people today.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Set aside additional prep time to examine and prepare the many materials required for the lesson
  • Use the series during February's Black History Month
Classroom Considerations
  • Second of three lessons in "The Color of Law" series
  • A protocol must be in place to permit a safe, respectful discussion of this controversial issue
  • Copies of multiple handouts are required
Pros
  • Links are provided that detail the learning strategies used in the lesson
Cons
  • None