Women's History Month psychology cultural activities for Microsoft Word

Science, Social Studies - History, Women's History Month

"Hidden Figures" (2016) is a biographical drama film that tells the untold story of three African-American women mathematicians - Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson - who played crucial roles at NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. Set against the backdrop of the Space Race and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, the film follows these remarkable women as they overcome racial and gender discrimination to make groundbreaking contributions to the country's s

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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Projects, Cultural Activities

Also included in: 11 Highly Acclaimed Civil Rights Movie/Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE Resource

Stereotypes In the Mass Media Group Project with product and presentation rubric

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Yvette Leighton

This project is intended to get students thinking about the prolific amount of stereotypes that are presented to them on a daily basis. Students will use the rubric and guidelines attached to develop a thoughtful and creative project about historic and recent stereotypes in the movies, television, newspapers and programs and magazines. Though I use it for my sociology classes, it could be used for many more disciplines.

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Civics, Psychology

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11th - 12th

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The Psychology of Miss Americana (2020) Taylor Swift Documentary Viewing Guide

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Health, Psychology, Sociology

"Miss Americana" is a documentary film released in 2020 that follows the life and career of American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. The documentary provides an intimate look at Swift's personal and professional journey, delving into her rise to fame, struggles with public scrutiny, and evolution as an artist and public figure. It explores themes such as feminism, activism, and the pressures of celebrity culture, offering insights into Swift's experiences with body image issues, media scrutiny,

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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Other (Social Studies - History), Women's History Month, World History

He Named Me Malala Movie Guide

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Alex's Store

"He Named Me Malala" is a great film for discussing world cultures, the Middle East, and of course, the inspirational person that the movie is about. I've included a simple guide with 9 questions that I wrote in preparation for showing my classes. An answer key is also included :)

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6th - 12th

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Worksheets, Movie Guides, Cultural Activities

Apollo 10½: A Space Age Childhood(2022)Documentary Viewing Guide: Questions/KEY

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Health, Human Development, Psychology

"Apollo 10½: A Space Age Childhood" (2022) is an animated film that follows the imaginative adventures of a young boy growing up in Houston during the 1960s. Set against the backdrop of the space race and the Apollo missions, the film captures the wonder and excitement of space exploration through the eyes of a child. As the boy navigates the challenges of family life and school, his fascination with space leads him on an unforgettable journey of discovery and self-discovery. Blending humor, nos

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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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A League of Their Own (1992) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions

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Sports Management, U.S. History, Women's History Month

"A League of Their Own" is a sports comedy-drama film that tells the story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL), which was formed during World War II when many Major League Baseball players went off to fight in the war. The film is set in 1943 and follows the Rockford Peaches, one of the teams in the league.The story centers around two sisters, Dottie Hinson (played by Geena Davis) and Kit Keller (played by Lori Petty), who join the Rockford Peaches and struggle with s

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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Say Hey:The Willie Mays Documentary(2022)Documentary Viewing Guide w/KEY

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Black History Month, Physical Education, Psychology

"Say Hey: The Willie Mays Documentary" is a film that provides a comprehensive look at the life and career of baseball legend Willie Mays. Released in 2020, the documentary delves into Mays' extraordinary journey from his early days in segregated Alabama to becoming one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Through archival footage, interviews with Mays himself, fellow players, and historians, the film explores Mays' impact on the game, his iconic moments on the field, and his enduring l

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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Also included in: Baseball:Movies/Documentaries Viewing Guides/Projects/Writing Assignments BUNDLE

The Best of Enemies (2019) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions/KEY

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Black History Month, U.S. History, Women's History Month

Using "The Best of Enemies" (2019) in a history class offers a compelling opportunity to explore themes of racial tension, civil rights struggles, and community activism in American history. Here's a rationale for its use:Civil Rights Movement: The film is set in the context of the civil rights movement in Durham, North Carolina, during the 1970s. It provides a nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by African Americans in their fight for equality and the resistance they encountered from whit

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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Zootopia (2016) Psychology Class:Movie Viewing Guide:Summary/Vocab/Questions/KEY

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Psychology, Social Emotional Learning, Sociology

Using "Zootopia" (2016) in a high school psychology class offers a rich opportunity to explore various psychological concepts and phenomena within the context of an engaging and entertaining animated film. Here's a rationale for its use in such a setting:Exploration of Stereotypes and Prejudice: "Zootopia" provides a nuanced portrayal of stereotyping and prejudice through its depiction of the interactions between different animal species. Students can analyze how stereotypes are formed, maintain

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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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The Help (2011) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY

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Black History Month, U.S. History, Women's History Month

"The Help" is a 2011 drama film based on the novel of the same name by Kathryn Stockett. Set in 1960s Mississippi during the civil rights movement, the film tells the story of Skeeter, a young white woman who decides to write a book about the experiences of black maids working in white households.Skeeter enlists the help of Aibileen and Minny, two black maids who are initially hesitant to speak out but eventually agree to share their stories with her. As they work together to compile the book, S

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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Handouts, Movie Guides, Cultural Activities

Kareem: Minority of One (2015) Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Questions

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Physical Education, Psychology, Sociology

"Kareem: Minority of One" is a documentary that delves into the life and career of basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. The film explores his rise to fame as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, his struggles with racial discrimination both on and off the court, and his activism for social justice and civil rights. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal reflections, the documentary provides insight into Kareem's impact on the game of basketball and his contributions

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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Also included in: High School Coaching Resource BUNDLE (Movie Guides/Class Electives & Docs)

Andre the Giant (2018) Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocab/Questions w/KEY

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Physical Education, Psychology, Sociology

"Andre the Giant" is a documentary film released in 2018 that explores the life and career of André René Roussimoff, better known as Andre the Giant. The film delves into Andre's extraordinary journey from his humble beginnings in France to becoming one of the most recognizable professional wrestlers and pop culture icons of his time. It showcases his immense size, standing over 7 feet tall and weighing over 500 pounds, and his impact on the world of professional wrestling. Through interviews wi

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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Dreamgirls (2006) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions

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Black History Month, Sociology, Women's History Month

"Dreamgirls" (2006) is a musical drama film directed by Bill Condon, based on the 1981 Broadway musical of the same name. The movie follows the rise to fame of a fictional girl group called "The Dreams" in the 1960s and 1970s.Set in the turbulent era of the music industry, the story revolves around Effie White (played by Jennifer Hudson), Deena Jones (played by Beyoncé Knowles), and Lorrell Robinson (played by Anika Noni Rose), three talented African American singers in Detroit. They are discove

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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Also included in: Jamie Foxx Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE

The Psychology of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) Movie Viewing Guide

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Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Psychology, Psychology

"How the Grinch Stole Christmas" (2000) is a live-action film adaptation of Dr. Seuss's beloved children's book of the same name. The story takes place in the whimsical town of Whoville, home to the cheerful and festive Whos, who love Christmas more than any other holiday.The Grinch, a cynical and misanthropic creature who despises Christmas and everything associated with it, lives in a cave on the outskirts of Whoville. He hatches a plan to steal Christmas from the Whos by dressing as Santa Cla

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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Criminal Justice - Law, Psychology, Social Studies - History

Also included in: Jim Carrey High School Social Science Movie Viewing Guide BUNDLE

Looking at Crime Through a Sociological Lens

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RadHistory

Objective-For this lesson, students will act as FBI Data analysts and look at crime rates in the United States vs. four other countries. They will have 3 different tasks to complete for this assignments: gathering data, illustrating the data in a graph, and then explaining their data in one paragraph. I have made four charts that the students can easily plug in their information into for the first tasks I have provided a sample graph for students to see as reference for the 2nd tasks I have prov

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9th - 11th

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Activities, Cultural Activities

Suffragette (2015) Summary/Vocabulary/Movie Questions: US/Woman's History

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U.S. History, Women's History Month, World History

"Suffragette" is a historical drama film released in 2015, directed by Sarah Gavron and written by Abi Morgan. The film stars Carey Mulligan, Helena Bonham Carter, and Meryl Streep. The movie is set in early 20th century England and follows the story of Maud Watts (Carey Mulligan), a working-class woman who becomes involved in the women's suffrage movement. Maud's involvement in the movement becomes more and more radical as she faces violence and discrimination from both the government and socie

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9th - 12th, Adult Education

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Also included in: Women's History Movie and Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE

Psychology of Gender/Sexuality Movie Guide BUNDLE

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Psychology, Psychology, Sociology

Enrich your AP Psychology/Psychology/Sociology classes with the Gender/Sexuality Movie Guide BUNDLE. INCLUDES Movies Guides (Summaries/Vocabulary/Questions)BONUS: AP Psych Gender/Sexuality Project Outline *Please note that these films contains mature themes and explicit content, and it is rated for mature audiences.

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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Grinch (2018) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions

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Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Holidays/Seasonal, Psychology

The Grinch (2018) is an animated Christmas film based on the classic story "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" The movie tells the tale of the Grinch, a green, grouchy creature who despises the festive spirit of Christmas. Living on the outskirts of Whoville, the Grinch hatches a plan to ruin the holiday for the cheerful residents. To accomplish this, the Grinch decides to steal all the presents and decorations from the Whos on Christmas Eve. However, as he embarks on his mission, he encounters Ci

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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Also included in: The Psychology of The Grinch Movie Viewing Guide BUNDLE: Christmas/Holiday

Barbie (2023) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions

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Psychology, Psychology, Sociology

The Guide Focuses on Barbie (2023) In this imaginative film, narrated by Helen Mirren, we delve into the world of Barbie, the iconic doll, and discover a hidden realm called Barbieland. Here, Barbie and her fellow dolls live in a matriarchal society, with the Kens relegated to subservient roles. Beach Ken, played by Ryan Gosling, secretly pines for Stereotypical Barbie (Margot Robbie). However, Stereotypical Barbie begins to question her existence, leading to an existential crisis. She learns fr

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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Also included in: Psychology of 2020-2023 Films: Movie Guide BUNDLE

Cultural Anthropology/Sociology Movie Guide BUNDLE

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Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology

Enrich your Cultural Anthropology/Sociology/Psychology Classes with these 15 Movie Guides.Guides INCLUDE: Summaries/Vocabulary/Questions.BONUS: Avatar (2009) Movie Guide

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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Respect (2021) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions

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Black History Month, U.S. History, Women's History Month

"Respect" is a biographical drama film released in 2021, directed by Liesl Tommy. The film tells the inspiring story of the legendary singer Aretha Franklin and her rise to fame. Here's a quick summary of the movie:Plot Summary: "Respect" chronicles the life of Aretha Franklin (played by Jennifer Hudson), from her early years growing up in Detroit to becoming an international music icon. The film delves into Aretha's personal struggles, triumphs, and the challenges she faced on her journey to su

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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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