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What is Terrorism?

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Spark what's sure to be an interesting discussion in your classroom by introducing the topic of terrorism. Consider the meaning of the word terrorism and examine the associated connotations with a brief introductory reading. With your...
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Respecting Freedom of Speech

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars analyze the First Amendment. For this Bill of Rights lesson, students listen to their instructor present a lecture regarding the facets of the First Amendment. Young scholars examine cases which pertain to the...
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Art and Power

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Pupils study the complex relationships between art, artists, and the political establishment in the 19th and 20th centuries. For this art and history lesson, students study various photos, paintings, and sculptures and learn about the...
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The Language of Deception

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore informative, expressive, directive and performative languages and discuss examples of each. In groups, students research the types of languages, their effectiveness in communicating truth, needs and desires. Students...