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Kim's Nuclear Gamble

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students view a video clip on North Korea's nuclear weapons. They identify issues between the United States and North Korea. They write any questions they have about the documentary and participate in a class discussion.
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Why Is North Korea Going At It Alone?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the division of North and South Korea. They identify the ideological differences and the tensions between the two countries. They discuss the threat of nuclear weapons as well.
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Nuclear Science: Understanding the Development and Control of Nuclear Energy

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students comprehend the Development and control of Nuclear Energy. They analyze the historical significance of the atomic age through use of primary documents. Students examines nuclear energy from the perspective of physical sciences.
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Half Lives

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students investigate the concept of half-life by conducting an M&M experiment. In this chemistry lesson, students differentiate nuclear fusion and fission. They present investigation findings to class.
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Fallout

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers view a short film about the results of dropping the atomic bomb at the end of World War II. They research controversies surrounding the use of the bomb and nuclear weapons. They write two editorials about the issue.
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Electromagnetic Bomb (E-Bomb)

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners explain how E-bomb works. In this physics instructional activity, students simulate the effects of e-bombs on electronic targets. They discuss its potential harmful effects when used as a weapon.
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Watershed Investigations

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Pupils find maps of the region to show rock formations and soil types and use GIS to compare radon levels. They describe three types of radioactive decay, interpret graphs, and follow steps to develop a nuclear bomb or energy.
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Cuban Missile Crisis

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
The United States—specifically John F. Kennedy—played a large role during the Cuban Missile Crisis. A history resource poses questions that encourage critical thinking as well as in-depth analysis of images from the time period.
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Secretary of State Seeks Support

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine the state of diplomacy through an interactive program. They analyze programs by the United States government to protect Americans. They discover some of the world's diplomats and their responsibilities.
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How Much Radiation is Around You?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners examine the use, misuse and fear of radiation. They read an article about radiation on food and discuss the positives and negatives of this process. They answer questions to complete the lesson.
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How Does Radiation Affect You?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars identify the use and misuse of radiation. They examine human activities that add to the exposure of radiation. They also discover how it can be useful in saving lives.

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