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Race, Culture, And Identity in Daughter From Danang (Part 1)
High schoolers examine cultural identity. They watch the PBS documentary, 'Daughter From Danang,' answer discussion questions, and write an essay regarding the characters ethnicities and stereotypes portrayed in the film.
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Race, Culture, And Identity in Daughter From Danang (Part 2)
Young scholars examine cultural identity. They watch and discuss the second half of the PBS documentary, 'Daughter From Danang,' and write an essay addressing ethnic and cultural identity and how a film would portray their own cultural...
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The Harlem Renaissance: Black American Traditions
Students examine the time period of the Harlem Renaissance. As a class, they are introduced to five artists and discuss their art and techniques. Using the internet, they also research the philosophers of the time period and how...
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Group Rules and Expectations
Students explore psychology by participating in a student behavior activity. For this group dynamic lesson, students identify ways to keep several students interested and focused on one task. Students complete worksheets discussing...
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Getting Out of the Box
Learners define stereotype, discrimination and prejudice. They brainstorm a social action plan to heal racism.
Black Past
Black Past: Baraka, Amiri
This is a very brief encyclopedia entry about Amiri Baraka, born as Everett Leroi Jones. He is an impassioned poet and playwright who wrote about the black racial identity. A link to a website for more information is provided.
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Arts Connected: James Ensor's "Intrigue"
Not only a picture of James Ensor's "Intrigue" but an analysis of the painting's depiction of racial prejudice as well. Vocabulary terms are included. Painting can be enlarged for better viewing. Discussion questions and a profile of the...