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Private See Dispute
Students use their definition of "reasonable expectations" of privacy with regard to camera cellphones and digital cameras, to draft recommendations to send to Congressional representatives.
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Personal History
Fourth graders gain an appreciation of knowledge about recent history by interviewing senior citizens. They summarize their interviews and organize them into a written presentation.
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Write a Constitution
Fourth graders examine the United states Constitution and discuss the difficulties the framers faced in writing it. They explore ideas about the division of power, rights, and other topics contained in it.
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Capitol vs. Capital
Students construct time lines to show the order of significant events in Ohio history. They explain how Ohio progressed from territory to statehood.
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A Twist On American Symbolism
Learners discover how and why flag and national anthem of the United States were created, and in what ways they represent the foundation of our national identity.
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Fighting Conservation Crime
High schoolers identify and interpret the evolution and sources of law in Canada. Students compare and contrast the legal rights and responsibilities of individuals, groups, and organizations in Canadian society. High schoolers write a...
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Order in the Court
Students identify the branches of government, who leads each branch and its responsibilities. They understand the role that John Marshall played in our government system. They research the role of the Supreme Court.
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Satyagraha: The Soul Force of Nonvilence
Students discuss what satyagraha is understanding that it is the driving force which enables social reform. In this social science lesson, students try to internalize the principles of nonviolence on an individual level and then a global...
Vancouver Island University
The Homeroom: British Columbia's History of Education
A 'gateway' to information about the history of education in British Columbia, this site covers people involved in delivering or championing education, legislation, curriculum development since the 1800s, life as a pioneer teacher, as...
US House of Representatives
History, Art, and Archives: Us House of Representatives: Legislative Interests
The goals of third generation congresswomen were aimed at creating opportunities for women in education and the workplace. Women members continued to play a prominent part in legislation on diverse national concerns, ranging from Cold...
US National Archives
National Archives: The Legislative Process
Learners will follow the legislative process for how a bill becomes a law by analyzing primary source documents. Included are worksheets that include a chart to be filled out in small groups, worksheets, materials, and an answer key....
Other
Texas Association of School Boards: A Guide to Texas Public Education [Pdf]
This guide is structured to serve as a primer on education issues and provide basic information about how Texas's public school districts function. There are three main components of the Guide: Issue briefs, facts and figures about Texas...
University of Texas at Austin
Lbj for Kids! Education
Providing photos, audio clips, primary texts, a timeline, and a glossary, this website is a good introduction to President Lyndon Johnson's efforts to reform education in the United States. Listen to (or read) Johnson's "Great Society...
Other
Education Commission of the States
The Education Commission of the States (ECS) website supports its mission to inform governors, legislators, state education officials, and others about matters related to education by providing links to numerous well-documented policy...
Other
Weber State: Key Legislation to Create the Great Society
Read about President Lyndon Johnson's vision for a more compassionate America, one that offered educational and housing opportunities, protected the envrionment, and cared for the nation's seniors. Find a list of the legislation passed...
Other
South Dakota Department of Education
Links take the viewer to data and information about all aspects of education within the state (e.g., accreditation, school finance, alternative education, transportation, legislation affecting education, and various services for teachers...
Other
Association of Texas Professional Educators (Atpe)
The ATPE is the largest "independent educators' association in the nation." Its site includes information on all aspects of teaching (e.g. legislative action, publications, articles on such issues as discipline, and links to a multitude...
Other
Arkansas Education Association
This state affiliate of the National Education Association provides information on the organization, its membership and benefits, school journal, and legislative initiatives.
Other
Connecticut Education Association
This state affiliate of the National Education Association provides information on the organization, membership and benefits, legislative initiatives, retirement, job vacancies, teacher evaluation, etc.
Other
Michigan Education Association
This state affiliate of the National Education Association provides information on the organization, its membership and benefits, legislative initiatives, student resources (e.g., "Interactive Frog Dissection," "Kids' Korner," and the...
Other
Utah Education Association (Uea)
This state affiliate of the National Education Association provides information on the organization, its membership and benefits, tips for teachers, and legislative initiatives, as well as provides links to other state and national sites.
Other
Female Genital Cutting Education and Networking Project
The official website for the FGC Education and Networking Project provides information on countries that are dealing with this human rights violation. Also, on the left side menu bar, find information on the definition of FGC, the...
Other
Nebraska State Education Association
This state affiliate of the National Education Association provides information on the organization, its membership and benefits, and legislative initiatives. It also includes items of interest to the general public, like "300 Famous...
Other
Missouri National Education Association
This state affiliate of the National Education Association provides information on the organization, its membership and benefits, legislative initiatives, articles and tips for teachers, and links to other resources.