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Amid Rising Economic Inequality, Does America Need a Third Reconstruction? Lesson PlanAmid Rising Economic Inequality, Does America Need a Third Reconstruction? Lesson Plan
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PBS
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6th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Duration
1 hr
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Video
Year
2022
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Amid Rising Economic Inequality, Does America Need a Third Reconstruction?

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Young political scientists investigate the Poor People's Campaign protest held in Washington, D.C., on June 18, 2022. They research how the event was reported in various news outlets and consider their stance on whether "poverty is inconsistent with what the [Founding Fathers] envisioned."

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Concepts

reconstruction, the reconstruction era, economic data, economic policies, bias, media bias, critical thinking, social activism, martin luther king jr., poverty, racism, the civil rights movement, media analysis, media coverage, protests

Instructional Ideas

  • Post the research reports on a theme focus wall in three sections: "Left-leaning," "Centralist," and "Right-leaning"

Classroom Considerations

  • A protocol must be in place to permit a safe, respectful discussion of controversial issues
  • Class members need devices with internet to research
  • A projection device with audio is required for the videos and the song
  • Preparation includes making copies

Pros

  • Includes discussion questions and an extension activity

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.11-12.1

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