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Activity

Tweeting for Change

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Do some good with social media. Secondary scholars participate in a live Twitter chat focusing on social justice issues. The thought-provoking activity allows academics to set up a live chat, create responses, and express their personal views on a social topic. Students engage in group discussion and journal writing to reflect on the process and share what they learned. 

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Concepts
social justice, tolerance, bias, diversity, cultural diversity, ethnic diversity, culture, social activism, social awareness, social issues, social injustice, internet safety, twitter, media, discussion skills, preparing for discussions, cultural awareness, online communication, activism
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Additional Tags
social studies
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Instructional Ideas
  • Set up a classroom debate to prepare for the live Twitter chat
  • Encourage family members to participate in the discussion 
Classroom Considerations
  • Create a classroom Twitter account to protect learners' privacy 
Pros
  • Resource includes accommodations for English learners 
  • Lesson promotes Internet safety 
Cons
  • None