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Internal Revenue Service

Irs: The Social Security Act of 1935 Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson plan will help students understand the history and purpose of the Social Security Act of 1935 and the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA).
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Stanford University

Sheg: Document Based History: Reading Like a Historian: Social Security

For Teachers 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Take a look at two interpretations of the development of the Social Security program. Also break down the role of government in programs such as taxes and social welfare.
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Social Security Administration

Social Security Administration: Social Security Educator Toolkit

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Two lesson plans with ancillary materials; covers the whats, whys, hows of Social Security.
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Internal Revenue Service

Understanding Taxes: The Social Security Act of 1935

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This very complete lesson plan explains the history of the Social Security Act of 1935, its history and importance to the elderly during the Great Depression, and its importance today. Everything necessary to teach the lesson and assess...
Primary
Curated OER

History Matters: "I Will Not Promise the Moon"

For Students 9th - 10th
As a candidate for President in 1936, Alf Landon gave a speech opposing the Social Security Act. Read his reasons for not supporting the law and why he didn't think that workers should be forced to save for their retirement.
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PBS

Pbs: American Experience: President Franklin D. Roosevelt

For Students 9th - 10th
This companion to the PBS series surveys the career of the longest-serving president in U.S. history and leader through the Great Depression and World War II.
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C3 Teachers

C3 Teachers: Inquiries: New Deal

For Teachers 8th
A comprehensive learning module on Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal that includes three supporting questions accompanied by formative tasks and source materials, followed by a summative performance task. Topics covered include economic...
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Learn My Way

Learn My Way: Being Safe Online

For Students 9th - 10th
In this online course, students will learn how to use the internet safely, how to spot scams, and keep safe on social media.

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