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Balance of (Nuclear) Power

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners research the 11 nations that are either known or suspected to have nuclear weapons. They draft treaties to effect nuclear non-proliferation or disarmament among these 11 countries.
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International Formum on Iran's Nuclear Program

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners are explained that they are going to participate in an international forum to develop a policy addressing Iran's nuclear program. They are divided into six groups of the six countries represented. Pupils develop their policies.
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Nuclear Chemistry: How Does It Affect Me?

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders study the different areas of nuclear chemistry.  In this energy and critical thinking lesson students study radiation, nuclear energy and weapons then divide into groups and create a poster.
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The Cold War And Beyond

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students interview an adult that grew up in the United States during the Cold War to develop an understanding of the concept of mutually assured destruction. They focus the interview on how the person dealt with the threat of nuclear...
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Surrounded by Radiation

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore ways in which people are constantly exposed to naturally occurring and man-made sources of radiation. They create and play a board game featuring different hypothetical scenarios of radiation exposure.