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Higher education Women's History Month social studies independent work packets
TED Talk: Persuasive Writing Unit & Assignment
Our most popular item, now with an updated TED Talks To View list!This TED Talk presentation assignment begins with viewing and analyzing TED Talks based on different Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking techniques. Students then create their own. Perfect for either in-class or independent work! This Package Includes: Overview of TED Talks Assignment Sheet Persuasive Techniques HandoutRecommended TED Talks to study Note Taking Template for active viewing Research Notes Template Ideas Templ
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: THE PERSUASIVE WRITING MULTI UNIT BUNDLE
Trifles by Susan Glaspell Literature Guide Unit, Lesson Plans
Are your students obsessed with Serial or Undisclosed or other true crime stories? Pique their interest while exposing them to canonical literary fiction with Trifles -- the perfect twist on this murder mystery, of sorts! This easy-prep drama unit is an excellent choice if you are looking for a text to quickly cover the elements of drama in place of a longer text, or it would even work well as a quick unit for Women's History Month. Student Experience: Since it's first production in 1916, Trifle
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: American Literature Curriculum, Year-Long, BUNDLE, English Lesson Plans
Area 51- Conspiracy Theory - Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
I used to hate it when students would bring up conspiracy theories like aliens and Area 51, as I thought it was my job to convince them why this was unreasonable, and I didn't always have the context or facts to do that! Sadly, I didn't realize that I was missing a major opportunity to engage their interest. Now, I have a plan and this assignment does the work for me. In addition, this assignment is further important because it is skill-based, and it targets evidence and analysis skills for the
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ukraine and Russia - what is happening?
I wrote this to explain three reasons why Russia is invading Ukraine: a historical, economic, and political perspective. Hopefully this helps students understand what is happening while giving them a little history along the way. There are maps, videos to watch, and analysis questions throughout, so it can also spark discussion and debate! It is formatted for google classroom.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: U.S. Foreign Policy Bundle
Tupac- Conspiracy Theory- Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
My students are obsessed with conspiracy theories and with Tupac! In fact, I had one of my first truly magical moments in the classroom when I brought in Tupac lyrics. I was surprised that they even knew who he was, but the students' eyes lit up and they were engaged for the first time that year. The students loved Tupac so much that they bought me Tupac & Biggie figurines to sit on my desk. They were trying to tell me something more about this!!! While the assignment is high interest for y
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Psychology: Mental Health Disorders Mini-Case Studies (Health Sciences)
This worksheet provides 18 mini case studies on mental health disorders. Students will read the scenario and determine whether a mental health disorder exists, and if so, which one it is. Some scenarios depict situations that are not necessarily mental health disorders. Students are also expected to highlight important signs/symptoms and to provide a rationale for their answer.Topics include: depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, generalized anxiety, phobias, panic disorder and othersIdeal for a
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
"Pleasantville"COMPLETE UNIT EDITABLEActivities,Tests,Essays,AP Style,PowerPoint
TEACH ACADEMIC AND CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS USING FILMA 91 page COMPLETE unit on the film! It is the perfect film to use in an English, History, Sociology, Philosophy, and Film course. This unit has the similar set up as all units in the Academic Lessons store. NO "FLUFF": This unit focuses on LITERARY DEVICES, SKILLS APPLICATION, and FILM ANALYSIS. Unit includes viewing guide questions and quizzes, literary analysis activities, and AP style tests and essays. Includes a sample essay. Colored sti
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Clothes and Climate Change: Fast Fashion
Fashion makes a sizeable contribution to climate change. The sector was responsible for some 2.1 billion metric tons of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in 2017, about 4% of the global total. This contribution rose to 10% in 2020. The fashion industry accounts for about 10% of global carbon emissions, and nearly 20% of wastewater. And while the environmental impact of flying is now well known, fashion sucks up more energy than both aviation and shipping combined. The fashion industry has complex s
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Nervous System: Mastering the Parts of the Brain Worksheet (Anatomy)
This 40 question worksheet will help your students to master essential parts of the brain (including cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, lobes, diencephalon, and more). Students will read the descriptive statement and select the correct choice. Ideal for an Anatomy and Physiology or human body course and can be used as a pre-test, for classwork, as an assessment, or review. Can be used with other Nervous System worksheets. Word bank and answer key provided. Please visit my store! Shellye's Heal
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Investing Strategy and Portfolio Builder | Stock Market Simulation Activity
Are you looking to help your students learn more about the stock market, but you need some structured activities to help? Perhaps you are playing The Stock Market Game, Marketwatch, Investopedia, or Personal Finance Lab's stock simulations with your class?In this activity students are asked to think first about how they want to invest. Do they want to put all their money in at once (lump sum invest) or put it in slowly (dollar cost average)? Do they want to invest in only a couple of companies o
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Controversy and the Criminal Justice System (Eric Garner Case)
This lesson will have students critically explore a contentious current event issue involving the cases of Michael Brown and Eric Garner. The lesson will invite students to examine the context and controversy that surrounds the two cases, although emphasis will be placed on the Eric Garner case. A thought-provoking Slide Presentation & accompanying handouts will prompt students to analyze a variety of news resources; all of which frame the issue in a particular way, and offer different expla
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
Titanic- Conspiracy Theory- Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
I thought I already knew a lot about the Titanic, but I learned a lot more in these two 40 minute podcast episodes. Podcast Episode 1 provides a detailed history lesson about the Titanic including the root causes and the actual crash and sinking event. Episode 2 provides three possible conspiracy theories, everything from insurance fraud, intentional sabotage, and even an evil mummy. My students buy into the task because it is so skeptical and questioning of everything. I buy into this task bec
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Sociology Culture & Deviance Tattoos Reading W/Worksheets Emergency Sub Plans
Do you need a one-off activity for sociology that will keep student's learning? Check out this reading about tattoos. It covers culture and deviance. Tattoos are a great way to show how what is taboo in a society changes over time. It comes with a two page reading and two worksheets. The last three questions are opinion which are great for starting a discussion on the topic. If students get done early, let them design their own tattoo and talk about the significance with their neighbor. Fo
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Sociology Crime and Deviance Reinforcement Activity Bundle
Elvis Presley - Music Appreciation - Middle School Band & Music Sub Lesson Plans
Embark on an Epic Musical Journey with the Ultimate Elvis Presley Lesson Plan!Elevate your music class with a captivating exploration of the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley. Whether you're a substitute looking to engage students or a music educator seeking an enriching supplement, this Music Appreciation.Lesson is tailored to infuse your classroom with excitement.Discover a 2-part lesson that traces Elvis Presley's remarkable musical voyage – from his humble beginnings in Mississippi, where
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Abraham Lincoln and the Fort Sumter Crisis
Students will love investigating the uncovered details that led to the firing on Fort Sumter, plunging the United States into a gruesome Civil War. Students will examine maps, telegrams, military correspondence, messages from Lincoln's cabinet members, Lincoln's Inaugural Address and more as they seek to uncover details about this pivotal moment in American history. Finally students will be asked to provide a written response to summarize the key events.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Desiree’s Baby by Kate Chopin | Short Story Analysis
“Désirée’s Baby” is a short story by Kate Chopin published in 1893. The story is set in Louisiana during the mid-nineteenth century, or the Antebellum South period. At the time, rich, white slaveowners were at the top of the social hierarchy. This story intertwines themes of racism and sexism through a complex plot and development of characters. Included in this purchase is:Complete short story “Désirée’s Baby” by Kate ChopinAcademic vocabulary graphic organizerActivating prior knowledge act
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Flat Earth- Conspiracy Theory- Listen, Short Answer, & Paragraph
I used to hate it when students would bring up conspiracy theories like Flat Earth, as I thought it was my job to convince them that minute why this was unreasonable, and I didn't always have facts to do that! I didn't realize that I was missing a major opportunity to engage their interest. Now, I have a plan, and this assignment does all the fact-finding and conspiracy evaluations for me. In addition, this assignment is important because it is skill-based, and it targets evidence and analysis s
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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SWOT Analysis (Class slidedeck, student handout, and student workbook)
This slide deck and work packet is designed to teach students what a SWOT analysis is in the entrepreneur and business world, and what they look like in action. It first thoroughly discusses what a SWOT analysis is, and breaks down each component. Then, it gives students the chance to analyze a SWOT analysis in action. Finally, students are prompted to create their own business scenario and analyze it using the SWOT tool.This product includes:An engaging and professionally made slide slow on wha
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship (Full Course Bundle)
Crash Course: Psychology- All 40 Viewing Guides/Worksheets
Meet your new best friend! This product is the perfect supplement to your resources. It includes all 40 episodes of the award winning Crash Course Psychology series, hosted by Hank Green! Each episode comes with a digital worksheet that looks great, and 15 critical questions about the episode. This product works seamlessly for Google Classroom and other online learning systems. The product also includes an answer key so that you can check student's answers. Ultimately, this product is great for
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Inquiry Based Learning Project: DEPRESSION
Depression is a mental illness that has come more and more into the spotlight when talking about school aged students. Where teens used to be seen as naturally moody and temperamental, we now know that depression is serious illness that needs direct, and sometimes medical, interventions. There are a few important things to remember about depression, not the least of which is that it’s quite common and also quite treatable. In this project, students are given a general overview of how inquiry pr
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: THE HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASS BUNDLE
Inquiry Based Learning Project: FAST FASHION
An Inquiry Based Learning Project your students are going to love!Fast Fashion has become one of the biggest environmental and human rights issues of the last 15 years - so much so that the fashion industry has been identified as contributing 10% of global CO2 emissions annually! So if we all know it's a problem, why haven't we fixed it?!In this package, students are given a general overview of how inquiry projects work, and are then set loose to dive into an authentic research process. At the e
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: THE INQUIRY BASED LEARNING RESEARCH BUNDLE
Credit Score Personal Finance Worksheet Grades 10-12 Financial Literacy
This printable worksheet has students read about different credit-related scenarios, and then choose what will happen to the person's credit score. A fun, educational way to learn essential life skills and personal finance. Great for personal finance, economics, government, CTE, Career Technical Education, English, ELA, Personal Skills, FACS, Career Preparedness, Career Prep, AG, Agriscience, Family and Consumer Science, Financial Literacy, and more.If you like this, you may also like:Career Ski
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Michael Jackson - Music Appreciation - Band & Music Sub Lesson Plans
Embark on an Exciting Musical Journey with the Ultimate Michael Jackson Lesson Plan!Ignite your students' passion for music with an engaging and comprehensive exploration of the legendary King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Whether you're a music educator seeking a dynamic supplement or have a substitute teacher looking for an enriching lesson. This Music Appreciation Lesson is tailor-made for every music classroom.Dive into a captivating 4-part lesson that chronicles Michael Jackson's extraordinary m
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
United States of America and Canada Reading & SPRITE Activity Set
United States of America and Canada SPRITE Activity SetIntroduce a Geography or other unit on the United States and Canada with this Reading, Organizing, Activity & Writing Set. Use to cover the entire unit or as a packet for absent or homeschool students.All activities require students to think historically and to apply the SPRITE Social Studies categorization method (preferred by universities, but very easy to remember for younger students!). Allow students to work on activities individu
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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