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This An Attack on Syria- What Would You Do? lesson plan also includes:
- Map of Syria
- Which Countries Think Favorably of the U.S.?
- Background on Syria
- Articles for Jigsaw
- The Hypothetical Situation
- Washington Post Article on Pros and Cons of an Attack
- Activity
- Assessment
- Project
- Informational Text
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Has United States military intervention in the conflicts of other countries always been warranted? After reviewing a brief background on contemporary US conflicts and reading articles describing the civil war in Syria, your learners review a hypothetical situation in which they are asked to decide whether or not the US should take military action in the area.
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- Consider having your learners research the background information and their hypothetical roles themselves in order to evaluate other sources of information and develop a more balanced perspective
Pros
- Provides all handouts, including historical background, map, activity instructions and debrief questions
- Current event topic and simulation will engage learners
- Involves group collaboration and opportunity for learners to develop and gain a well-rounded perspective
Cons
- Check for prior knowledge among class before beginning, as many learners may not have sufficient background knowledge to complete the warm-up activity
- Will need to provide structure for group collaboration and debate
- If pressed for time, you may wish to skip the video clip, as it does not necessarily contribute to the overall lesson, nor provide any substantial information