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Printing Error

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore the controversy surrounding recently published Danish political cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad.
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Dedication to Douglass

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students study the controversy surrounding the proposed Frederick Douglass Circle monument in Central Park. They review the notion of historical inaccuracy by reading and discussing the article, "In Douglass Tribute, Slave Folklore and...
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Religion in Public Schools

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine the presence of religion in public institutions. In this ethics lesson, students focus on one aspect of the presence of religion in public institutions, and the controversy surrounding religion in the public schools....
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Biotechnology, GMOs and Food

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders explore controversy around genetically modified foods, identify source of controversy, and role play town hall meeting on genetically modified foods, to examine viewpoints and arguments for and against genetic modification.
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Exploring Evolution Lesson Plans

For Teachers 4th - 5th
There are evolution lesson plans that can help teachers get past the controversy to increase student understanding of natural selection.
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Legal Aspects of Tissue Transplantation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the current legal status of fetal tissue transplantation, including current, legislation and court cases. They engage in role play discussion of a specific case study and explore the ethical controversies surrounding...
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Activism of Terrorism

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars research animal rights issues and controversies and determine whether they believe extreme tactics are justified. They practice debate and rhetoric skills by successfully arguing both sides of the issue.
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Evolutionary Exchange

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students discuss the difference between designed and natural elements. After reading an article, they discover information about current controversies in evolutionary science. In groups, they research and write dialogues between two...
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Pardon Me

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the pardon process and the controversy surrounding the Clinton pardons through reading and discussing "Lobbying for Forgiveness." They write a forgiveness letter and create pardon guidelines for President Bush.
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Immigration: U.S. Policy in the New Millennium

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore U.S. immigration policies. In this immigration lesson, students read about the history of immigration policies in the U.S., uncover controversial issues regarding immigration, and speak to immigrants as well as...
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The Death Penalty

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine the controversy surrounding the death penalty. In this capital punishment lesson, students explore the ethical concerns and religious beliefs regarding the death penalty. Students conduct research, interview people, and...
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Politics and the Olympics

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students discover details regarding Olympics controversies. For this international politics lesson, students research Olympic games of the Modern Era noting the controversies surrounding Beijing Olympics. Students create brochures that...
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The Death Penalty

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine the controversy surrounding the death penalty in the United States. In this current events lesson plan, students research the history of the death penalty as well perspectives on the topic. Students interview others...
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Case Studies in Journalistic Ethics - Number 3

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students investigate ethical decision making when using photos in journalism. In this ethics in journalism lesson plan, students read about the ethical use of images in media, discuss recent controversial photos, and look at online case...
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Performance Poppers

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the controversies surrounding the use of performance-enhancing supplements in sports by interviewing athletes and writing feature articles that compare the skills required to compete in different sports.
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A Test Case for Individual Rights

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the different points of view regarding testing students for drug use. They then work in pairs to create and perform dialogues that flesh out two sides of the argument around this controversial issue.
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The Row Behind Death Row

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate several controversial issues in the criminal justice system relating to death row and give oral reports explaining how their issues safeguard or contaminate the issue of fairness in capital punishment. They offer...
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Stem Cell Research Policy Lesson Plan: Create an Advocacy Brochure

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students after researching the science and the controversy around stem cell research, students create brochures to display their knowledge and a point of view.
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Racial Profiling

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students debate both positions on the controversial topic of racial profiling with support for each and then develop a consensus position on how racial profiling as a law enforcement tool should be used.
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Know the Code

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore the pros and cons of wearing school uniforms as a deterrent to on-campus crime. roles are assumed and the controversial issue is brought before the school board.
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A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders create a multimedia, image only ad campaign on a contemporary controversial issue. They base their public service announcement, Powerpoint presentation, Web page, or video on methods used by Martin Luther during the...
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The Great Energy Debate

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners research controversial issues surrounding the energy debate in the U.S. They role-play as stakeholders in this debate and testify to a mock congressional committee responsible for making decisions about public lands and energy...
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Talk About the Passion

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars think critically about artistic freedom and evaluate the aims and effectiveness of censorship and education. They begin an investigation of the ongoing controversy surrounding Mel Gibson's "The Passion of Christ" by...
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Reaching New Heights

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students consider the impact of genetics on a person's intelligence and appearance. After reading an article, they examine the controversy over using human growth hormones. They debate the approval of using the hormone to increase the...

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