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Digital Tools as a Mechanism for Active Citizenship Lesson PlanDigital Tools as a Mechanism for Active Citizenship Lesson Plan
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9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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Digital Tools as a Mechanism for Active Citizenship

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This Digital Tools as a Mechanism for Active Citizenship lesson plan also includes:
  • Improving the Active Citizenship Project Through Information Communication Technology
  • Assessing Active Citizenship Projects and Making Recommendations
  • Examples of Active Citizenship Projects
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How is technology a useful tool for active citizenship? Pupils assume the role of technology consultants reviewing citizenship projects. Small groups collaborate to make recommendations about how to incorporate technology to improve project outcomes.  

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

information technology, communication technology, digital citizenship, citizenship, Social Media

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Have small groups discuss the pros and cons of information communication technology
  • Consider providing computer and Internet access for additional research to complete the assignment

Classroom Considerations

  • Print handouts in advance

Pros

  • Includes an optional extension activity 
  • Provides an essential question and lesson objectives 

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.9-10.2 RI.9-10.8 RI.11-12.1 RI.11-12.2

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