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Common Core WHST.11-12.2 resources for Microsoft Word
Foreign Government Research Study Comparative Country Project Editable
This project is fully editable, so teachers may personalize it for their own Civics, Government, AP Government, AP Comparative Government, or other relevant class. This resource contains the project assignment, task, and prompt, as well as a four page research worksheet, and a detailed rubric. Each element of this resource can be edited to work with your specific curriculum. With this study, students will analyze the characteristics, and development of different political systems, with emphasis
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9th - 12th
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Rise of Dictators after WWI
During this 3 day activity, student will study the rise of post-WWI dictators: Mussolini, Stalin, Hitler, and Franco.
Student groups will:
• Draw a life-size “person”
• Read different articles about the same dictator
• Collectively gather information from the readings to place on
the life-sized drawing (e.g. information about the dictator’s
ideas or beliefs are placed on sticky notes near the brain,
vision for the country near the eyes, etc.)
• Share, then re-read a
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9th - 12th
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Introduction to Current Events Lesson Plan + Current Event Reporting Form
Doing current events in your class is a great way to teach students how to be responsible consumers of news media and keep them informed about the world around them.
In this "Introduction to Current Events" lesson plan, students will learn how to use the Internet to conduct current event research; and summarize and analyze a current event news article.
This lesson includes a copy of my "Current Event Reporting Form"! My form asks students to summarize a news article, reflect on it, and even t
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9th - 12th
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The Crusades Simulation
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on The Crusades Simulation. This simulation aims to immerse students in the historical context and complexities of the Crusades, a series of religious and military campaigns that took place during the Middle Ages. By assuming the roles of key figures and factions, students will analyze historical events, make critical decisions, and explore the impact of the Crusades on societies, c
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Watergate Scandal Simulation: Uncovering the Truth
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on Watergate Scandal Simulation. This simulation aims to engage high school students in a dynamic role-playing activity that explores the challenges and complexities of negotiating a peace treaty following World War I. By assuming the roles of key historical figures, students will analyze the post-war landscape, debate crucial issues, and make decisions that reflect their understandin
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Using Periodic Trends to Predict Drug Effectiveness
Students will be given a scenario where a scientist is attempting to develop a medication for a brain disorder. The scientist has developed a few different drugs. There were several chemicals that would be effective but the size of the chemical is a factor. In order to actually be effective the chemical needs to be small enough to fit through the blood brain barrier (BBB). The students’ task is to determine the effectiveness of the scientists’ proposed drugs. The students will work in groups of
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9th - 12th
The Punic Wars Simulation -- Can You Solve this Crisis?
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on Second Punic War Simulation. This simulation aims to immerse students in the historical context of the conflict between Rome and Carthage, and challenge them to make critical decisions as military and political leaders to shape the outcome of the war.To learn more about my simulations and their structure, please watch this short video here.In essence, students are placed into sma
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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US Government Case Study Project
This inquiry based project encompasses all you need from assignment details, to templates, to rubrics. The project asks students to identify one issue that can be addressed by the government and then tasks students with researching and developing a course of action for each level (federal, state, and local) as well as each branch (legislative, executive and judicial) of the US government. This portfolio assignment prompts students to think about and develop a course of action that they can tak
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Warring States Period Simulation -- Can You Solve this Crisis?
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on Warring States Period Simulation. This simulation is designed to immerse students in the fascinating era of ancient China's Warring States Period (475-221 BCE). By assuming the roles of influential leaders and strategists, students will analyze historical events, make critical decisions, and explore the complexities of statecraft during this tumultuous period in Chinese history.To
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Greco-Persian Wars Simulation
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on Greco-Persian-War Simulation. This simulation is designed to engage students in a hands-on learning experience where they can analyze historical events and make strategic decisions based on the circumstances of the Greco-Persian War. By immersing themselves in the conflict and its challenges, students will develop critical thinking skills, teamwork, and an understanding of the comp
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Napoleonic Wars Simulation
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on The Napoleonic Wars Simulation. This simulation aims to immerse high school students in the historical complexities of the Napoleonic era. By assuming the roles of key figures and nations, students will analyze historical events, make critical decisions, and explore the consequences of their actions during this transformative period in European history.To learn more about my simul
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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AP US History Unit 5 & 6 DBQ - Reconstruction & New South
This is a full Document Based Question (DBQ) with 7 documents (including one map and one visual) that covers social change in the American South post-Civil War. It's a great resource for practicing writing AP US History (APUSH) DBQs with students.
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9th - 12th
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Treaty of Versailles Simulation: Negotiating Peace after World War I
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on Treaty of Versailles Simulation. This simulation aims to engage high school students in a dynamic role-playing activity that explores the challenges and complexities of negotiating a peace treaty following World War I. By assuming the roles of key historical figures, students will analyze the post-war landscape, debate crucial issues, and make decisions that reflect their understan
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Battle of Actium Simulation -- Can You Solve this Crisis?
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on The Battle of Actium Simulation. This simulation aims to immerse students in the historical context of this pivotal naval battle between Octavian (later known as Augustus) and Mark Antony, leading to the fall of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. Students will analyze the strategies, decision-making, and consequences of the conflict, encouraging critical thinkin
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Declaration of Independence Simulation: Paving the Path to Freedom
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on The Declaration of Independence Simulation. This simulation aims to immerse students in an interactive experience, allowing them to step into the shoes of the Founding Fathers and understand the process and significance of declaring independence from Great Britain. By assuming the roles of key historical figures, students will critically analyze the situation, debate crucial issue
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Black Tuesday Simulation: Navigating the Stock Market Crash of 1929
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on 1929 Black Tuesday Simulation. This simulation aims to immerse students in the events surrounding the stock market crash of 1929. By assuming the roles of investors and financial experts, students will explore the causes and consequences of the crash, analyze economic trends, and make decisions that simulate real-world scenarios.To learn more about my simulations and their struct
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Vikings Simulation -- Can You Protect Your Town?
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on Vikings Simulation. This simulation aims to immerse students in the historical context of Viking invasions and the challenges faced by local communities. Students will take on the role of town leaders or defenders, strategize defense tactics, and make critical decisions to protect their town from Viking raids.To learn more about my simulations and their structure, please watch thi
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Whiskey Rebellion Simulation
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on The Whiskey Rebellion simulation. This simulation aims to immerse students in the historical context and complexities of the conflict between the federal government and frontier farmers over the taxation of whiskey. By assuming the roles of key figures involved in the rebellion, students will grapple with difficult decisions and examine the balance between individual rights and fe
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Peloponnesian War Simulation
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on Peloponnesian War Simulation. This simulation is designed to engage high school students in an immersive learning experience, allowing them to delve into the complexities of the ancient Greek world and analyze the strategic and diplomatic challenges faced during the Peloponnesian War. By assuming the roles of key city-states and leaders, students will make critical decisions, asse
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Louisiana Purchase Simulation: Navigating Diplomacy and Territorial Expansion
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on The Louisiana Purchase simulation. This simulation aims to immerse students in the historical context and complexities of the landmark acquisition of the Louisiana Territory by the United States. By assuming the roles of key figures involved in the negotiations, students will explore the challenges and decisions that shaped this significant event in American history.To learn more
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Capstone AP Psychology Research Project
This is a project learning-based assignment designed for small groups in AP Psychology to design an original research study and use artificial intelligence (A.I.) to facilitate the process of research design.
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Berlin Blockade Crisis Simulation -- Can You Solve this Crisis?
Hi, friends and welcome!I'm so excited to share this resource with you!! This is my immersive, real-world, hands-on The Berlin Blockade Crisis Simulation. This simulation aims to engage high school students in the historical context of the post-World War II struggle between the Soviet Union and the Western Allies over control of Berlin. Students will analyze the challenges, strategies, and decision-making processes involved in the crisis, fostering critical thinking and understanding of the geop
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Multimodal Essay Planner (Microsoft Word)
This essay planner can be used for argumentative, explanatory, and informative writing. Students can use RAMP (role, audience, mode, and purpose) to analyze any writing prompt, then use the planner below to write a basic thesis, plan each body paragraph, and write a basic conclusion for their essay. The worksheet can be adjusted to analyze model texts or can be used for students to plan out their own writing. Each section can be taught in mini-lessons or the worksheet can be taught as a whole to
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9th - 12th
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Famous Americans U.S. History Mini-Research Paper w/ Rubric and Suggested Topics
It's a great way to pique student interest in American history! Here is a comprehensive mini-research assignment that will elicit integral material about people who have made a positive difference in U.S. culture and/or throughout the world. As they share their findings, classmates will be entertained and fascinated with important and interesting facts about those who helped to better our world. A list of possible subjects, as well as a detailed rubric, are included.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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