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University of North Carolina

Speeches

For Students 9th - Higher Ed Standards
A handout on speeches, part of a series on specific writing assignments, helps individuals develop their speech-writing skills. The resource starts with a discussion on audience and purpose and ends with tips to engage the audience.
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ProCon

Gun Control

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
According to some estimates, there are more guns than people in the United States. Learners decide if America should enact more gun control laws. They analyze information about gun deaths in the United States by year, read about the...
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Judicial Learning Center

The Constitution and Rights

For Students 6th - 12th
What's the right way to teach young historians about the Bill of Rights? Many an instructor has asked this question when pondering lesson plans over the US Constitution. The Constitution and Rights is a nifty resource that provides a...
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ACLU

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Is the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) good for America? The informative website is a one-stop shop for ACLU debate resources. Scholars read about the topics surrounding the issue, including free speech, national security, and...
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ProCon

Right to Health Care

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Is health care a right or a privilege? Scholars review pro and con arguments to decide if all Americans should have the right to health care. They also watch informative videos and review information on the United States and...
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Smithsonian Institution

Spanish American War

For Students 5th - 12th Standards
Today, Cuba and America sometimes struggle with diplomatic relations, but did you know that America went to war against Spain to free Cuba? Learners examine many interesting facts related to the Spanish American War using an informative...
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ProCon

Vaccines for Kids

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
All 50 US states require vaccinations for children entering public schools. Pupils set out to determine whether these requirements are fair with a thought-provoking resource. They read an interesting history of vaccines, watch pro and...
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Judicial Learning Center

The Ratification Debate

For Students 6th - 12th
Most Americans profess their love for the US Constitution, but this was not always the case. An informative lesson overviews the debate between the Federalists and Anti-Federalists by summarizing the main arguments of each side. It...
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University of North Carolina

Working with Your International TAs

For Students 9th - Higher Ed Standards
Colleges and universities attract a diverse group of pupils, and sometimes that includes teaching assistants (TA) from other countries. Using a handout on working with international TAs, scholars find tips to use when listening and...
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University of North Carolina

Reading Aloud

For Students 9th - Higher Ed Standards
Warning: reading your paper aloud may cause bystanders to think you're talking to yourself. However, as the 14th installment of 24 in the Writing the Paper series from UNC explains, it is one of the best strategies for revision. Through...
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Public Speaking: Using Supporting Material in Your Speech

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The purpose of this website is to assist you with finding information about giving speeches and responding to other speeches or information.
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Apraxia Kids: About Childhood Apraxia of Speech

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Apraxia-KIDS offers information on what apraxia is, plus speech therapy tips, ideas for parents of children with apraxia, events, stories, resources, and FAQs.
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National Speech/language Therapy Center

For Students 9th - 10th
Home page for an organization dedicated to the treatment of speech/language disorders in children. This site contains a great deal of information about speech and language disorders and therapy.
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National Speech and Debate Association

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Speech and Debate Association website contains information for both high school students and teachers interested in competitive debate. Provides student and coaching resources, as well as tournament information and more.
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Uil: Speech and Debate (Texas Only)

For Students 9th - 10th
Section of the University Interscholastic League's home page dedicated to Speech and Debate information. Included is a wealth of information about participating in speech and debate tournaments and contests. Topics include general...
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NC State University

North Carolina State University: Ethics in Computing: Speech Issues

For Students 9th - 10th
Curated collection of links to articles, essays, and related topics on responsible use of the Internet and information technologies with respect to speech and online hate compiled and maintained by a university instructor.
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University of Missouri

Exploring Constitutional Conflicts: Regulation of Fighting Words and Hate Speech

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the constitutional conflict regarding the question of whether the first amendment limits the government's ability to regulate fighting words or hateful speech? This source contains background information and links to historical...
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Mani Bhavan Gandhi Sangrahalaya: Mahatma Gandhi Information Website

For Students 9th - 10th
A very rich site devoted to Mohandas Gandhi. It includes extensive biographical information, his philosophy, many photos, articles and essays. There are tributes, reminiscences, speeches, prayers, his family tree, and much much more.
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Government Information Agency: Guyana

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official Government of Guyana website. Features current news headlines updated daily, presidential speeches, official press releases, members of the cabinet, videos, and highlights of government budgets and programs.
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Nichcy: Speech and Language Disorders Fact Sheet [Pdf]

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This resource contains condensed information on Speech and Language Impairments, including a definition, incidence, characteristics, and educational implications. The site also provides links to internet resources and organizations at...
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Ljl Seminars: Public Speaking Tips

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site provides numerous links to everything you need to know about public speaking. Some topics include Overcoming Speaking Anxiety, Hostile Audiences, Speech Preparation, Gathering Information, Elements of an Effective Speech, and...
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Center for Democracy and Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
A public interest organization working for public policies that advance civil liberties and democratic values in information technologies. Contains links to information on free speech, data privacy, wiretapping, and cryptography.
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North Atlantic Treaty Organization

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource offers information on the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's policies and structures, official documents, press releases, speeches and publications. Click the "Welcome to NATO" button (in the left-hand toolbar) to gain...
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PBS

Pbs News Hour Extra: Supreme Court Ends Ban on Sale of Violent Video Games

For Students 9th - 10th
An article about the Supreme Court ending a ban on the sale of violent video games. There are also links to other related items such as a classroom activity and information about the revolution of video games.

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