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Spark what's sure to be an interesting discussion in your classroom by introducing the topic of terrorism. Consider the meaning of the word terrorism and examine the associated connotations with a brief introductory reading. With your class, discuss definitions of terrorism and read scenarios to determine which ones constitute terrorism or simply "acts of force." Multiple sources for further reading are included.
Compare and contrast various foreign perspectives on the George W. Bush administration's plans for military action. Middle schoolers read the article "Blair and Chirac Head to U.S. to Talks and a Show of Unity." Then, they analyze several world leaders' opinions of U.S. military action and the establishment of a coalition against terrorism. Use this lesson to examine the importance of acknowedging opposing viewpoints.
Students use readings and debate to explore the history and constitutionality of military tribunals in response to war or acts of terrorism.
Students examine how the United Nations should respond to terrorism. They analyze the issues relating to the policy on terrorists. They participate in a debate to share their views.
Terrorism is a very sensitive subject, and I suggest you look carefully at how it's described in this presentation. While many of the slides are based in concrete fact and give current terrorism a historical context, others exude a personalized viewpoint. You'll find good information, good context, but may need to edit slides that pose a biased opinion of both terrorism and the people who engage in it.
Students investigate the effect of terrorism on the Indian economy. They conduct research on terrorist activity in India, create a timeline, and participate in a summit between Indian and Pakistan.
Students read and discuss various definitions of terrorism. They explore this difficult concept and question whether a universal definition is possible and/or important.
Students research acts of terrorism around the world over the past thirty years to create a visual timeline of these events for the classroom.
Students investigate history of domestic terrorism in six European countries; they analyze and write about differences between terrorist acts planned and committed by a country's citizens and those planned by groups or individuals outside of that country.
Learners explore the effects of terrorism. In this global issues instructional activity, students research 4 policies that the United States could institute to combat terrorism. Learners participate in a simulation to determine the policy that would best benefit the United States.