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Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkTop Secret Revealed: Examining Recently Uncovered Secrets about the CIA in Iran
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: World History, United States History, History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students closely analyze "New York Times" articles uncovering the deca...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkAttack on Iraq: Investigating the Reasons for and Reactions to Operation Desert Fox
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: United States History, World History, English-Language Arts, History-Social Science and 2 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students investigate the 1998 military strike on Iraq and the public r...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkBlack and White in United States History: A Gray Area
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: United States History, English-Language Arts, History-Social Science, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students evaluate the responsibilities of history textbooks in reporti...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkThe Source of Knowledge: Exploring the Reliability of Sources of Information through Examining the North Korea and South Korea Reconciliation Efforts
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: World History, English-Language Arts, History-Social Science, Writing Strategies and 4 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students first explore the effects of the thaw between North Korea and...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkDon't Touch That Dial!: A Look at the History and Impact of Television
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Writing Strategies, Visual Arts and 3 additional..In this lesson, the New York Times Learning Network, students explore the affects, both positive and negative, that television h...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkThe Life You Save...: Exploring Appropriate Responses to People Who May Be Suicidal
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, Health & Physical Education, English-Language Arts, Psychology and 5 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students identify common warning signs of depression that, if not addr...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkCommunity's Center: Exploring the Impact of Local Government in Your Daily Life
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, American Democracy, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students strengthen their understanding of the connection between thei...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkGame Plans: Developing Online Fantasy Games
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students consider the online game Neopets as a springboard to developi...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkGender Bender: Exploring How Title IX Has Changed High School Athletics
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: Reading Comprehension, English-Language ArtsIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students explore the effects of Title IX, a stipulation in the guideli...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFor the Sake of Security: Analyzing Civil Liberties in the Wake of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, American Democracy, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students evaluate the effectiveness and fairness of proposed military ...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFacing Reality: Creating Documentaries About Important Social Issues
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Film & Video, American Democracy and 5 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students explore social issues that are meaningful to them and create ...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFrom Whose Perspective?: Critically Analyzing News Coverage of Palestinian-Israeli Violence
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, History-Social Science, Writing Strategies, American Democracy and 4 additional..In this lesson, found on the New York Times Learning Network, students critically analyze news coverage of Palestinian-Israeli v...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkComputer Versus Tutor: Exploring the Issues Behind Computer-based Learning
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, Reading Comprehension, TechnologyIn this lesson, found on the New York Times Learning Network, students learn how computer technology is used to create lessons t...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkTitanic Disasters: Exploring the Relationship between Disasters, Technology, and Culture
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, Reading Comprehension, TechnologyIn this lesson plan, found on the New York Times Learning Network, students contemplate the worst man-made disasters in history,...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFighting the War in Your Head: Examining Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Military Veterans
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: World History, United States History, History-Social Science, Health & Physical Education and 4 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students analyze the experiences of a fictional soldier in a war and c...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFor Whom Does the Bell Toll?: Gauging Public Opinion about Death During War
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: United States History, History-Social Science, English-Language Arts, American Democracy, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students conduct surveys to gather and report information on a variety...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFighting Fire with Satire: Examining the Political Humor of "Fake News"
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, History-Social Science, American Democracy, Career & Technical Ed and 2 additional..In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students consider satire in the news by exploring various sources of "...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkGetting the Message Across: Exploring Communication Methods and Technologies
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, students learn about the emergence of e-mail as a popular communication tool and explore its impact on society. ...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkGet Real!: Exploring "The Real Deal" About Reality-Based TV Shows
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students reach a consensus as to what makes a good reality-based TV sh...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0
Resource Type: Website / HyperLinkFrom Zero to Superhero: Developing Heroic Characters
Grades: 6 to 12Subjects: English-Language Arts, Writing Strategies, Reading ComprehensionIn this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students discuss the characterization of superheroes in this lesson pl...Contributor: ThinkfinityViews: 0Favorites: 0