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The Texas Social Studies Controversy

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Examine the Texas social studies curriculum controversy with your class. Using a current events lesson, learners read the article "A Christian Land Governed by Christian Principles," respond to the discussion questions, and participate in a simulation on the topic.

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social skills, current events

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current events, social responsibility, social studies
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Grade
8th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
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