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Deepen students’ understanding of the issue of migrant detention by having them consider the diverse perspectives of detained migrants, an immigration lawyer, a border guard, and an immigration judge.
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Inform students about the Trump administration’s family separation policy and help them emotionally process the human side of this news story.
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Reflect with your students on what we can do to stop ongoing atrocities and prevent genocide from happening again.
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This Teaching Idea invites students to conduct an interview with a friend, family member, or classmate as a way to reflect on the events of 2020 and look ahead to the new year.
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Explore the history of events that shaped the world of Wiesel’s memoir with this interactive timeline.
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This Teaching Ideas uses our Free and Fair Elections Explainer to help students reflect on the importance of elections, define the phrase “free and fair elections,” and learn about electoral systems in their region.
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These six activities help students reflect on the past school year, celebrate their school community, and look ahead to what comes next. Especially with coronavirus upheaval, it’s important for students to feel a sense of closure before summer break begins.
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How the World Votes: India’s Election and Access to Polling Places
Explore ideas around access to voting by learning about India’s general election and the country’s commitment to ensuring that all voters are close to a polling station.
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How the World Votes: The Iowa Caucuses and Voter Representation
The Iowa caucuses are the first chance voters in the US have to cast a ballot in support of a presidential candidate. Help students understand how the caucuses work, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of voting in person, and explore the question of whether Iowa should be the first state to vote.
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