Curated OER
Jackie Robinson, Civil Rights Advocate
Students examine the life of Jackie Robinson and the ways in which he and they can influence government policy.
Curated OER
Dr. Samuel Mudd
Fifth graders examine the circumstances surrounding Dr. Samuel Mudd's conviction on the charges of conspiracy and harboring an assassin, including the speculation that his conviction may not have been legal.
Social Science Education Consortium
Imports: Does u.s. Employment Decline Because of International Trade? [Pdf]
Students are introduced to controversial statements about the value of international trade and the importance of preserving U.S. jobs in the face of increasing foreign imports. They are asked to consider evidence at the micro level on...