Poverty in America

Using NY Times articles and interactive features, students learn about the historical basis for the "War on Poverty", modern vs. historical factors that determine poverty, and compare approaches for combating poverty. Students will practice noting bias when examining sources to draw their own conclusions.
Resource ID#: 59612 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: politics, economic inequality, minimum wage, social safety net, viewpoints, inequality, poverty, modern America, war on poverty
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Virtual Manipulative,  WebQuest,  Problem-Solving Task,  Video/Audio/Animation,  Text Resource,  Teaching Idea,  Student Center Activity
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Learning Cycle (e.g., 5E), Argumentation, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: CPALMS Charter: Social Studies

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