Do the government's affirmative action policies promote equity in the United States? The Fourteenth Amendment to the US Constitution and affirmative action policies come under scrutiny in an activity that asks class members to investigate arguments for and against affirmative action.

Concepts

affirmative action, supreme court cases, the fourteenth amendment

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• The information sheet is dated; therefore, ask groups to research current issues related to affirmation action

Classroom Considerations

• The third in a series of 19 related resources designed for government classes

Pros

• The five-page resource includes links to related sites, a brief plan, a brief summary of the history of affirmative policies, a worksheet, and a graphic organizer

Cons

• None