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First Amendment Overview Part I Instructional VideoFirst Amendment Overview Part I Instructional Video
Publisher
National Constitution Center
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Grade
7th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Instructional Videos
Media Length
6:31
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Duration
10 mins
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Direct Instruction
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First Amendment Overview Part I

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The Declaration of Independence details the natural rights guaranteed by the First Amendment. The video explains these rights, including freedom of speech and non-violent protest. Scholars learn why specific rights were guaranteed and how citizens are protected. 

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Concepts

the first amendment, constitutional amendments, constitutional rights, constitutional law, the constitution, the united states constitution, american history, the bill of rights, freedom, freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedoms, religious freedom, civil rights, human rights, natural rights, non-violent protest, protests, john locke, the declaration of independence, governments, government regulation

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Show learners the text of the First Amendment and read it as a group 
  • Have pupils draft a list of what they consider to be natural rights 

Classroom Considerations

  • Video is part of the extensive Congressional Hall Pass Series 

Pros

  • Video provides great background information on the First Amendment 
  • Uses multiple presenters throughout the video to make it more engaging 

Cons

  • None

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