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Instructional Video

Women's History Minute: Marian Anderson

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A short video spotlights opera singer Marian Anderson's accomplishments alongside her struggles with racism and segregation.

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Concepts
opera, african american culture, african american history, african americans, famous african americans, discrimination, racism, segregation, women's history, women's history month, black history month
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Instructional Ideas
  • Complete a KWL chart then assign specific topics to small groups; direct them to research and report on their findings 
  • Use the video in part of your class' Women's History Month or Black History Month studies
Classroom Considerations
  • The video merely highlights Anderson's accomplishments; therefore, it is most appropriate as an introduction to her life
  • Many videos of Anderson performing are available on YouTube
Pros
  • The video underscores the changes in racial attitudes that occured during the time period
Cons
  • None