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Higher education U.S. History independent work packets
Area 51- Conspiracy Theory - Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
I used to hate it when students would bring up conspiracy theories like aliens and Area 51, as I thought it was my job to convince them why this was unreasonable, and I didn't always have the context or facts to do that! Sadly, I didn't realize that I was missing a major opportunity to engage their interest. Now, I have a plan and this assignment does the work for me. In addition, this assignment is further important because it is skill-based, and it targets evidence and analysis skills for the
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Tupac- Conspiracy Theory- Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
My students are obsessed with conspiracy theories and with Tupac! In fact, I had one of my first truly magical moments in the classroom when I brought in Tupac lyrics. I was surprised that they even knew who he was, but the students' eyes lit up and they were engaged for the first time that year. The students loved Tupac so much that they bought me Tupac & Biggie figurines to sit on my desk. They were trying to tell me something more about this!!! While the assignment is high interest for y
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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"Pleasantville"COMPLETE UNIT EDITABLEActivities,Tests,Essays,AP Style,PowerPoint
TEACH ACADEMIC AND CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS USING FILMA 91 page COMPLETE unit on the film! It is the perfect film to use in an English, History, Sociology, Philosophy, and Film course. This unit has the similar set up as all units in the Academic Lessons store. NO "FLUFF": This unit focuses on LITERARY DEVICES, SKILLS APPLICATION, and FILM ANALYSIS. Unit includes viewing guide questions and quizzes, literary analysis activities, and AP style tests and essays. Includes a sample essay. Colored sti
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Titanic- Conspiracy Theory- Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
I thought I already knew a lot about the Titanic, but I learned a lot more in these two 40 minute podcast episodes. Podcast Episode 1 provides a detailed history lesson about the Titanic including the root causes and the actual crash and sinking event. Episode 2 provides three possible conspiracy theories, everything from insurance fraud, intentional sabotage, and even an evil mummy. My students buy into the task because it is so skeptical and questioning of everything. I buy into this task bec
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Controversy and the Criminal Justice System (Eric Garner Case)
This lesson will have students critically explore a contentious current event issue involving the cases of Michael Brown and Eric Garner. The lesson will invite students to examine the context and controversy that surrounds the two cases, although emphasis will be placed on the Eric Garner case. A thought-provoking Slide Presentation & accompanying handouts will prompt students to analyze a variety of news resources; all of which frame the issue in a particular way, and offer different expla
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
Abraham Lincoln and the Fort Sumter Crisis
Students will love investigating the uncovered details that led to the firing on Fort Sumter, plunging the United States into a gruesome Civil War. Students will examine maps, telegrams, military correspondence, messages from Lincoln's cabinet members, Lincoln's Inaugural Address and more as they seek to uncover details about this pivotal moment in American history. Finally students will be asked to provide a written response to summarize the key events.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
United States of America and Canada Reading & SPRITE Activity Set
United States of America and Canada SPRITE Activity SetIntroduce a Geography or other unit on the United States and Canada with this Reading, Organizing, Activity & Writing Set. Use to cover the entire unit or as a packet for absent or homeschool students.All activities require students to think historically and to apply the SPRITE Social Studies categorization method (preferred by universities, but very easy to remember for younger students!). Allow students to work on activities individu
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
14th Amendment and the Equal Protections Clause
This handout has students learn about the 14th Amendment's equal protections clause and then read about and analyze several seminal Supreme Court decisions about the clause including Plessy v. Ferguson and Brown v. Board of Education. They also analyze the stop and frisk policy of the NYPD, the 1964 Civil Rights Act and protected classes, and subsequent Supreme Court cases that relate to it (Lawrence v. Texas, Obergefell v. Hodges, and Bostock v. Clayton County). It ends with asking students to
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Law and Justice Curriculum
Participation in Government Curriculum
This curriculum is 46 assignments that try to engage students in how government connects to their lives. Any of them can be purchased individually, but this bundle is the best deal, as each resource only costs $1.63 each!Week 1: The first 4 assignments have students think about ethics/morals, how government functions invisibly to keep them safe, and the social contract theory and philosophies underlying the U.S. government system. Week 2: Assignments 5-8 are 2 activities about how to influence g
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Bill of Rights HyperDoc Digital Student Centered Activity | Google Drive
Your secondary students will be engaged in this engaging, student-centered digital HyperDoc about the Bill of Rights. Students will work at their own pace to complete this digital resource. Perfect for distance learning or when you have a sub!What is a HyperDoc?A HyperDoc is a digital document where all components of a learning cycle have been pulled together into one central location. Activities include:Introduction ReadingAnticipation GuidePolitical Cartoon AnalysisFilm Clip with QuestionsCha
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â The Constitution & Federalism | Unit BUNDLE | Civics | Print & Digital
US History American Pageant (16th ed.) Chapter Study Guides Chs. 1-41
GUIDED READING AND STUDY GUIDES - A great resource for AP US History students to take notes while reading the latest editions of the American Pageant textbook chapter by chapter. If your school or district uses the American Pageant textbook, use these guides as the basis to start your discussions on each chapter of content! A list of key terms in the chapter is included at the top of each chapter study guide as well as questions below. Each chapter varies in length depending on the breadth of th
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
A Critical Thinking Activity Bundle about America's Prisons
This is an informational critical thinking bundle all about America's prison system. It works great in a character-building lesson or any unit over restorative justice. Would work well as no-prep sub plan or for your early finishers who need enrichment activities to keep their minds occupied while others are working. Includes a reading comprehension activity, a word search, a vocabulary study, a word unscramble, and a logic puzzle.
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
APUSH Period 7 Historical Document Analysis DBQ HIPP Document Based Question
APUSH Period 9 Historical Document Analysis or Primary Source Analysis. Help your students with analyzing historical documents with this premade set of HIPPing analysis worksheets. This will be a growing bundle. When it is updated, you will receive a notification that more documents have been added. The current list of documents included in this bundle is listed below. There is a mix of written and visual documents with a variety of topics. The current set includes 109 documents.No Prep Required
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Supremacy & Commerce Clauses, & 10th Amendment (Distance Learning and COVID-19)
This handout helps students understand the 10th Amendment to the Constitution, the Supremacy Clause, the Commerce Clause, and seminal Supreme Court cases related to these. It includes a final question about COVID-19 in relation to Federal and state powers. It is formatted for Google Classroom.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Law and Justice Curriculum
Serial Killer: 10 True Crime Forensic Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle
Embark on a captivating journey into the minds of history's most infamous serial killers with this comprehensive reading comprehension bundle. Each worksheet equips students with the tools to critically analyze these complex cases, exploring the lives, crimes, and motivations behind the darkness. Dive deeper into each chilling narrative: Ted Bundy: Anatomy of a Serial Killer: Unravel the psyche of this charismatic yet monstrous figure, examining his early life, chilling crimes, victims' stories
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
The US Wars in the Middle East: A Comprehensive Reading Comprehension Bundle
The US Wars in the Middle East: A Comprehensive Reading Comprehension BundleUnravel the complexities of the US Wars in the Middle East with this comprehensive reading comprehension bundle. Dive deep into 17 engaging worksheets, covering the Afghanistan War, the Iraq War, and the broader War on Terror.Empower your students to:Analyze the causes and consequences of these conflicts.Examine the experiences of soldiers and civilians caught in the crossfire.Explore the impact of these wars on the reg
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Know Your Rights: Constitution Amendment Reading Comprehension Reading Bundle
Empower Young Citizens with the U.S. Constitution: A Reading Comprehension BundleBring the history and relevance of the U.S. Constitution to life for your students! This engaging bundle of reading comprehension worksheets explores all 27 Amendments, fostering:Solid understanding of each Amendment's content and historical context.Critical thinking skills through analyzing primary sources, answering varied questions, and evaluating arguments.Civic responsibility by examining the connection between
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
World War II: A Comprehensive 20 Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle
World War II: A Comprehensive Reading Comprehension Bundle Immerse your students in the complexities of World War II with this engaging 20-part reading comprehension bundle! Each worksheet explores a key aspect of the war, from pivotal battles to the experiences of everyday people.Why Buy This Bundle?20 Captivating Topics: Covers diverse themes like the Pacific Theater strategy, code-talking heroes, the impact on the home front, and the war's lasting legacy.Critical Thinking Development: Encou
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
World War I Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle: Deep Dive into WWI Great War
World War I Reading Comprehension Bundle: Dive Deep into the Great WarThis comprehensive reading comprehension bundle offers a captivating exploration of World War I, delving into its causes, key players, major battles, the experiences of soldiers, and its lasting impact on the world.Bundle Overview:27 Engaging Articles: Each article tackles a specific aspect of WWI, providing a clear and informative overview while piquing student interest.Varied Topics: From the M.A.I.N. causes and the role of
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Unleash the Power of Black History: 18 Guided Reading Comprehension Worksheets
Empower your students to celebrate, analyze, and understand the rich tapestry of Black History with this captivating bundle of 18 ready-to-use reading comprehension worksheets! Dive deep into pivotal moments, inspiring figures, and ongoing struggles, igniting critical thinking and fostering social awareness. Uncover a wealth of diverse topics: Ancient African Civilizations: Explore the grandeur of Mali, Songhai, and Kush, discovering advanced societies and cultural achievements.The Transatlantic
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
The Occupation of Alcatraz & Native American Rights
This is an assignment intended for students learning about Native American history, indigenous rights, the Red Power Movement, California history, the 60’s, the 70’s, activism and protest, and the history of Alcatraz Island. Educators should be aware this assignment does feature racial violence, specifically the murder of activist Richard Oakes. This assignment is a short reading regarding the Occupation of Alcatraz from 1969 to 1971, led by Richard Oakes, LaNada Means, and John Trudell. Followi
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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8th Amendment Handout (Distance Learning and COVID-19)
This handout has students analyze the 8th Amendment and several Supreme Court cases about the various clauses (excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment), the death penalty, and prison conditions. It includes a final question about the COVID-19 pandemic, and the entire assignment is formatted for google classroom.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Law and Justice Curriculum
Dive into Colonial America: A Reading Comprehension Bundle
Dive into Colonial America: A Reading Comprehension BundleTransport your students back in time with this captivating reading comprehension bundle that explores the fascinating world of Colonial America! Sixteen engaging worksheets delve into diverse topics, providing a well-rounded understanding of this pivotal period in history.What's Included: 1. From Flax to Fancy Focus: Analyzes how clothing reflected social status, the materials used, and common garments worn in colonial America. 2. City H
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Unveiling the Tapestry of Pre-Colonial America Part Reading Comprehension Bundle
Unveiling the Tapestry of Pre-Colonial America: A 15-Part Reading Comprehension BundleEmbark on a captivating journey through time and explore the rich mosaic of cultures that thrived in North America before European contact! This comprehensive reading comprehension bundle delves into 14 captivating topics, from the mound-building Mississippians to the ingenious adaptations of the Arctic Inuit. Students will uncover the mysteries of Cahokia, delve into the social structures of the Iroquois Leag
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7th - 10th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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