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The Right to Workers in United States Lesson PlanThe Right to Workers in United States Lesson Plan
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Advocates for Human Rights
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
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Collaborative Learning
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Video
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Year
2010
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The Right to Workers in United States

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To raise awareness and understanding of modern-day slavery, class groups research the various forms of slavery, including human trafficking, read and reflect on case studies, and design a plan of action for their community.

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CCSS: Adaptable

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social studies

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  • This resource comes with a warning that some of the activities contain sensitive language and graphic material; therefore, preview the entire packet to determine what materials are appropriate for your class and your community

Pros

  • The case studies are particularly powerful and challenge assumptions about modern-day-slavery
  • Included are links to credible sites that groups can use for the research project

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.1.a SL.9-10.2 SL.9-10.4 SL.11-12.1.a SL.11-12.2 SL.11-12.4

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