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Taking to the Airwaves

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Students consider the purpose of talk radio and examine its importance in the new democratic Iraq. They enact mock talk shows based on current events and reflect on the value of free speech and the role audience members play in radio programs.

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freedom of speech, constitutional amendments, freedoms, iraq

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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 days
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Year
2004
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