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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Week of 4 11 16: Springsteen Cancels Show in Nc to Protest 'Bathroom Bill'

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Bruce Springsteen's recent decision to cancel a show in North Carolina in protest of the state's HB2 law and its effect on transgender people.
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Other

Glaad: Media Reference: Transgender Glossary of Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
This reference guide provides information about using the proper terms when discussing and writing about transgender individuals.
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BBC

Bbc: Week of 12 16 13: Why India's Gay Community Is in Shock

For Students 9th - 10th
Recently, the goverment of India shocked its LGBT population by deciding to enforce a colonial-era law that forbids same sex relationships. Learn why so many Indians view this as a devastating step backwards in the battle for human rights.
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Country Studies US

Country Studies: Us: A Society in Transition

For Students 9th - 10th
The 1980s were a time of tremendous change in the US. Computer technology, an increase in service-sector jobs, changing population patterns, homosexuality, AIDS, and changing immigration patterns were just some of the changes Americans...
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CNN

Cnn en Espanol: Week of 2 24 14: Arizona Aprueba Negar El Servicio a Los Gays

For Students 9th - 10th
In Spanish. Article reports on a controversial law approved in Arizona that allows business to refuse service to gays and lesbians.
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Digital History

Digital History: The Clinton Presidency

For Students 9th - 10th
Short, but comprehensive, synopsis of Clinton's two terms as president. Included in the article is the 1992 campaign, successful and controversial legislation, and the scandals that would eventually become part of his presidential legacy.
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PBS

Pbs News Hour Extra: Us Repeals Ban on Gays Serving Openly in Military

For Students 9th - 10th
In the last days of its December 2010 session, the United States Congress voted to repeal the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. This policy prohibited gays and lesbians from serving openly in the military. The majority of troops serving...
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Authors Calendar

Author's Calendar: Truman Capote

For Students 9th - 10th
The creator of the "nonfiction novel," Truman Capote, who established his career as a Southern gothic writer, crossed the line between journalism and fiction. This biography provides his background and information about his writing and...
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Other

It Gets Better Project: A Community for All Sexual Identities

For Students 9th - 10th
Surviving the teenage years is extremely difficult, but dealing with sexual identity makes it excruciatingly harder. Welcome to the "It Gets Better Project," a safe place created specifically for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgender...
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Childnet

Childnet: Online Safety: Supporting Lgbt Children Online

For Students 9th - 10th
The internet offers LGBT children and young people a sense of belonging, community and support as well as providing new ways to create, entertain, express themselves, find allies and be activists. All young people's experiences are...
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University of Missouri

Famous Trials: Matthew Shepard Murder (Mc Kinney and Henderson) Trials (1999)

For Students 9th - 10th
This article focuses on the murder of Matthew Shepard. Matthew Shepard was gay. Tied to the fence as we was, the sheriff allowed that it did look a bit like a crucifixion. With little more than that, a consensus quickly emerged that...
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American Psychological Association

Apa: Questions About Sexual Orientation [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource that fosters understanding of what sexual orientation is and how people can understand their orientation. PDF (requires Adobe Reader).
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US National Library of Medicine

Medline Plus: Gender Dysphoria

For Students 9th - 10th
This medical resource describes possible causes of gender identity issues, along with common experiences and problems transgender individuals may face. Also includes a discussion of potential medical interventions, including sex...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Edward Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
Edward II, (April 25, 1284 - September 21, 1327?) of Caernarfon, was King of England from 1307 until he was deposed in January 1327. His tendency to ignore his nobility in favour of low-born favourites led to constant political unrest...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Edward Ii of England

For Students 9th - 10th
Edward II, (April 25, 1284 - September 21, 1327) of Caernarfon, was King of England from 1307 until he was deposed in January 1327. His tendency to ignore his nobility in favour of low-born favourites led to constant political unrest and...

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