Activity
Teaching Tolerance

Listen Up! PSA for Change

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
Challenge scholars to speak up about a topic by creating a public service announcement or social media blitz about an issue they feel passionate about. Have them research their issues, then decide the best way to take their messages to...
Activity
iCivics

Win the White House

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
Here is a unique and engaging approach to learning about the steps a presidential candidate must take during a campaign. Learners role play the part of a candidate in this online interactive, taking part in a presidential...
Interactive
DocsTeach

WWI Propaganda and Art

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Uncle Sam wants you! During World War II, the US government and military created a propaganda campaign to gain public support. The activity uses primary documents such as photos to explain how and why the propaganda campaign was...
Activity
Texas State Energy Conservation Office

Creating an Advertisement

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Advertising for the purpose of influencing public policy regarding the use of alternative fuels is the focus of an innovative and engaging lesson. Learners are split up into six team in order to create an advertising campaign that...
Activity
Other

Global Internet Liberty Campaign: Regardless of Frontiers

For Students 9th - 10th
"Protecting the Human Right to Freedom of Expression on the Global Internet" is the resource's topic. Lists the Global Internet Liberty Campaign's principles for promoting human rights and civil liberties. Introduction and overview...
Activity
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Nixon Kennedy Debate

For Students 3rd - 8th
Although Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy weren't the first presidential candidates to use the media to reach the public, their debates showed most clearly how television could influence the voting public.