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Race in US History
The Reconstruction Era
Part Three: The Political Struggle, 1865-1866
Scholars discuss the different visions for Reconstruction held by Congress and President Johnson.
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Race in US History
The Reconstruction Era
Part Two: Defining Freedom
Scholars discuss the evolution of the definition of freedom for emancipated slaves after the Civil War.
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Race in US History
Preparing for a Conversation about Policing and Racial Injustice
This Teaching idea prepares students to engage in conversations about policing, bias, and racism by inviting them to co-create class norms and reflect on the emotions and experiences they and their classmates bring.
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Race in US History
Race: The Power of an Illusion (The Story We Tell)
The second episode in the three-part series Race: The Power of an Illusion
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The Reconstruction Era
Race in US History
Reconstruction and the Meaning of Freedom
Hasan Kwame Jeffries and George Lipsitz discuss Reconstruction and the meaning of freedom.
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Democracy & Civic Engagement
Reflecting on Amanda Gorman's "The Hill We Climb"
Use these activities to help students reflect on the themes in Amanda Gorman’s Inauguration Day poem and consider how their unique experiences and voices can help America “forge a union with purpose.”
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Race in US History
Democracy & Civic Engagement
Reflecting on George Floyd’s Death and Police Violence Towards Black Americans
This Teaching Idea is a guide for teachers to begin conversations with their students about George Floyd’s death and the events that surround it.
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Race in US History
Reflecting on the Jason Van Dyke Trial
Provide students with a structured space to grapple with their thoughts and feelings in response to the Chicago police shooting of Laquan McDonald and the trial of Officer Van Dyke.
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Democracy & Civic Engagement
Antisemitism & Religious Intolerance
Religious Liberty’s Unique Role in Democracy: Encouraging Respect for People We Disagree With: Martha Minow
Martha Minow speaks about the unique role protection of religious liberty plays in American democracy.
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Antisemitism & Religious Intolerance
Responding to Rising Antisemitism
Inform students about the rising number of antisemitic incidents in the United States and explore the story of one teacher’s response to an antisemitic incident involving high school students in her community.
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Democracy & Civic Engagement
Responding to the 2020 US Presidential Election
This Teaching Idea contains guidance on how to discuss the election with your students and activities to help them process their responses, find accurate information, and consider the impact of the results.
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