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US Institute of Peace

Simulation on Northern Ireland: One Step at a Time - The Derry March and Prospects for Peace

For Students 9th - Higher Ed Standards
Where does tradition fit in a divided community with violence on both sides? Scholars learn about the marches in Northern Ireland and the many issues surrounding them. They take on roles in the community and try to convince others of...
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Constitutional Rights Foundation

Puritan Massachusetts: Theocracy or Democracy?

For Teachers 7th - 12th Standards
Was Puritan society governed as more of a theocracy or democracy? After comparing and contrasting a series of primary source documents, middle and high schoolers form small groups and debate the question.
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Other

Md Archives: Two Acts of Toleration in 1649 and 1826

For Students 9th - 10th
VERY in-depth site explaining the Tolerance Act of 1649, as well as the Tolerance Act of 1826. Very informative.
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PBS

Pbs News Hour Extra: Anniversary of September 11 Highlights Attitude Toward Islam

For Students 9th - 10th
Two controversies surround an anniversary of the September 11 attacks: plans to burn a Koran and plans to build a mosque near Ground Zero. These instances can serve as examples in the debate over religious freedom and religious tolerance...
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Roger Williams

For Students 3rd - 8th
Highlights the life of Roger Williams, his defense of religious freedom in Boston, and the foundation of Rhode Island. Offers photographs of several important parts of his life.
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Other

Rwfa: Roger Williams, a Brief Biography

For Students 9th - 10th
Site built and maintained by descendants of Roger Williams. It contains lots of interesting facts about the founder of Providence, Rhode Island, and describes how his views on religion shaped the early US government.