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Cell Phone Radiation HandoutCell Phone Radiation Handout
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9th - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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2018
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Cell Phone Radiation

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Should people be more worried about cell phone radiation? Scholars read extensive background information about the issue to prepare for a class discussion or debate. As they explore the website, they learn the main arguments for and against the safety of cell phones. They read quotes, watch videos, and review research studies to better form their own opinions. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

cell phones, debate, preparing for discussions, radiation

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Instruct pupils to take notes about the opposing sides' viewpoints and prepare counter-arguments
  • Prepare for the lesson by having small groups discuss what life would be like without cell phones 

Classroom Considerations

  • Students require access to computers and Internet to conduct research 

Pros

  • Includes an informative video gallery 
  • Learners explore other readers' comments and even post their own opinions

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.11-12.1 SL.9-10.1.a SL.11-12.1.a

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