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Introduction of the "We the People..." Project and Volunteer Survey Lesson PlanIntroduction of the "We the People..." Project and Volunteer Survey Lesson Plan
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Introduction of the "We the People..." Project and Volunteer Survey

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Students complete a survey about their role in volunteering. They research opportunities to volunteer in their community. They identify ways in which the community would be different if no one volunteered.

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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Duration
1 hr
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Project-Based Learning
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