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The Role of Women in the United States and Kenya
Learners compare the responsibilities and rights of women in the US and in Kenya. They examine how gender affects societal roles.
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Connecting Poetry with Philanthropy
Students use their knowledge of philanthropy and poetic conventions to write original poetry about philanthropic giving. In this philanthropy lesson, students write poetry based on philanthropy using poetic conventions. Students...
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Connected by Art
Students inspect visual arts by exploring images on-line. In this art analysis lesson, students discuss the history of art and the its ability to communicate with people through images. Students utilize pencils and charcoal to create...
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Universal Traditions
Students research personal bias towards the story Marriage is a Private Affair. In this tradition research lesson, students read the story and discuss the ending. Students free write about the topic and complete a Venn diagram to compare...
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Writing Letters-to-the-Editor
Students read newspaper editorials and apply the techniques to writing about school issues or current events. They submit the writing to the principal or newspaper editor.
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Pacific Northwest History - Immigration
Students list the immigrant groups that migrated west, explain why they came and what they did upon arrival. They explain the importance of geography on the development of the Pacific Northwest and research the modes of travel they used.
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Recognizing 4 major photojournalism techniques to improve quality and interest in pictures
Students learn four basic techniques that enable them to not only tell the story, but also to make the viewer wonder what might have been left out of the photo.
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Justice at the Local Level: Is it Effective?
Pupils view a PowerPoint presentation on the court system. They are arranged into groups and evaluate the effectiveness of the criminal and civil courts in local Michigan communities.
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the Impact of the U.s. Supreme Court on High School Journalism.
Students study of the First Amendment, Tinker, Hazelwood and the Colorado Student Free Expression Law. They discuss the ramifications on the student press and recite their memorized First Amendment rights. They discover what can...