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Bahamian Coral Reef Development

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students study tourism and conservation. In this coral development lesson students view a PowerPoint presentation and write a report. 
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Intro to the Cold War

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders examine the Cold War.  In this American History lesson, 11th graders develop answers to comprehension questions about the song "We Didn't Start the Fire".  Students write a persuasive essay at the end of the unit. 
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Assessment: Causes of the Second World War

For Students 9th - 12th
In this causes of World War II assessment worksheet, students respond to 10 graphic organizer and essay questions regarding appeasement, the League of Nations, and World War I.
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Dred Scott and the Constitution

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students investigate the outcome of the Dred Scott case. For this human rights lesson, students read Justice Taney's decision about property rights and citizenship. Students write essays about the outcome of the case and President...
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Using Cytochrome-C to Explore Evolutionary Relationships

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students analyze protein sequences. In this lesson on determining evolutionary relationships, students use the Internet tools BLAST and Biology Workbench to look at protein sequences. Students will compose an essay that includes their...
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Creating an Instructional Manual

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders create an instructional manual about using a mechanical device. In this technical writing instructional activity, 9th graders create a PowerPoint presentation that includes the step by step process of how to use the...
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Emily Dickinson

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive literature quiz instructional activity, students respond to 7 short answer and essay questions about the life and accomplishments of Emily Dickinson.
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The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism

For Students 10th - 12th
In this online interactive philosophy instructional activity, students respond to 9 short answer and essay questions about The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism by Max Weber.
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How Do New Species Form?

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students read an article by Niles Eldridge about species and the environment and break into small groups to discuss it. They write essays noting strengths and weaknesses of punctuated equilibrium and gradualism, or other topics listed.
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Learning About the Civil Rights Movement Through Photographs

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students examine the racial inequality that existed in the United States before the Civil Rights Movement. After listening to song lyrics and viewing photographs, they discover the importance of the movement in helping society move...
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Anna Karenina Questions

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 7 short answer and essay questions based on Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy.
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Who Were the Dissidents?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students discover how Japanese dissidents spoke out against the injustice practiced in Imperial Japan. In this Japanese history lesson, students listen to a lecture about the silent dissidents in the nation prior to World War II and the...
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Alaska's Cultures: Regions & Native Peoples of Alaska

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students read the essay "Did American Aborigines have Culture?". They discuss culture and what is meant by culture.
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The Rise of Responsible Government

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Pupils complete a worksheet. Students search for required information from the Canada in the Making Web site (and other sources, if desired). They make observations and anticipate opposing arguments.
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Your Next Class Trip

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students write a persuasive argument to their principal to take their class trip to a destination of their choice. They must transfer the written argument into a website. They also focus on what it takes to plan a trip.
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Children's Media and Censorship

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students examine the point of censorship when dealing with Students. They explore essays by Stephen King.
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Science Mystery: The Vinland Map

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research proof regarding the authenticity of the Vinland map. In this geography lesson, students hold a debate based on their research findings. They discuss which side won and write a short essay about their opinion on the issue.
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Genetic Engineering

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students will apply their knowledge acquired from two guest speakers to writing a three hundred-word essay on either the pros or cons of genetic engineering. They will try to persuade the reader of their essays to agree with their stance...
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Cultural "I Amm" Speech Project

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders use the internet and other sources to research a selected individual. They explore important events, challenges, and the impact and influence the person had on US History. Using the information gathered, 11th graders...
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Procedures of the Court

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the role of the Michigan Supreme Court. They diagram the procedure one must follow to bring a case before the Court. They discuss the order of business for oral arguments as well.
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The Judiciary in American History

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the influence of political and societal forces on judicial decisions. Among the topics they examine are the selection of judges and the cause and effect relationship between politics, society, and the law. to...
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Hearts and Partners

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders explore, examine and study poetry within a variety of different strategies within this lesson. They review and discuss a diagram of the big picture of why it's importance to study, analyze and deconstruct poetry, so that...
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The Great Migration: Two American Tales

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students compare and contrast experiences of European immigrants and African American migrants in U.S. cities. After examining the topic, they write essays evaluating the differences and similarities of the groups' experiences.
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Ghosts of Rwanda

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Students engage in a class discussion of notes they have taken while watching the film "Ghosts of Rwanda." They discuss a specific teacher-chosen quotation from the film. They then write a two to three page essay on a specific question...