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Gov. Reubin Askew's Stand on Busing And Integration in Florida Schools Lesson PlanGov. Reubin Askew's Stand on Busing And Integration in Florida Schools Lesson Plan
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Students research a straw vote placed on a Florida ballet in 1972 that asked if voters were in favor of prohibiting forced busing to further desegregation. They read primary documents, complete a worksheet and participate in class discussion.

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desegregation, segregation

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busing, desegregation, segregation, social studies
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Research

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