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Taming Terrorism

— PBS

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How It Works

Since September 11, 2001, terrorism has been an ever-present topic in current events discussions. rnThis lesson plan addresses the question of how to stop international terrorism. After preparing a timeline of recent terrorist activities, students examine characteristics of terrorist groups, research the efforts of various organizations who are working to eliminate terrorism, and develop recommendations for possible solutions. Aligned to National Standards.

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Tag(s): terrorism, terrorist, timelines, terrorism, timelines,

Allegory in Painting

— EDSITEment

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Help students understand the concept of allegory in the visual arts with this lesson plan that examines the works of artists like Thomas Cole and Caravaggio. Using thought-provoking questions and well-organized activities, the plan guides students through the process of recognizing and interpreting allegorical images. Links to art images and supporting materials are included. Aligned to National Standards.

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Tag(s): images, images,

Where Did All the Money Go?

— National Council on Economic Education

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How It Works

Use deductive reasoning skills to isolate the diverse factors that contributed to the Great Depression. This standards-based lesson plan leads students through Internet research and analysis of related economic writings to the creation of a concept map illustrating the interdependence between businesses in a market economy. Aligned to National Standards.

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Take advantage of this free lesson plan in your classroom on a unit about the Great Depression. Not only would this be great in an economics class, but try using it in history or math - it has an interdisciplinary approach that shows the practical application of the math.

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Tag(s): business,

Literary Parodies

— NCTE and IRA

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Introduce your students to the art of parody writing and guide them through the creation of their own poetic work with this comprehensive lesson plan. Students are asked to read a series of poems and their related parodies, analyze the characteristics of a parody, imitate the style to create their own poem, and discuss the relationship between original works and the parodies they inspire.

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Tag(s): writing,

The Fifteen Puzzle

— Utah State University

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How It Works

This virtual puzzle is a new version of an old classic that tests spatial skills and pattern-recognition. Students must rearrange fifteen numbered tiles to create a specific pattern. Encourage your students to verbalize their strategies as they develop solutions to each successive puzzle. Aligned to National Standards.

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Energy Conservation for a Pendulum

— American Association for the Advancement of Science

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This animated illustration demonstrates the principle of mechanical energy conservation and the relationship between gravity and tension. An interactive quiz is included along with links to related topics. Aligned to National Standards.

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Tag(s): gravity, energy, conservation,

Peg Puzzle

— Utah State University

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The classic peg puzzle takes on new meaning with this interactive version. More than just a game to pass time, this activity encourages students to talk through their experiences, analyze their decisions, and develop successful strategies. After working out a solution to the four-peg game, students can try out the six and eight-peg challenges.

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Tag(s): logic, logic,

Let’s Make a Deal

— Utah State University

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This electronic version of the old game show challenges students to consider the probability of winning or losing based on a chosen strategy. Play multiple times, then click on the "Strategy" link for a series of interpretive questions. Aligned to National Standards.

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Tag(s): probability, probability,

Monsters

— Kennedy Center

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Using art, music, and literary classics, students explore the idea of "monsters" in society, analyze how they are portrayed, the purpose they serve, and why they are necessary. After an introductory brainstorming activity, students read Beowulf and Grendel, watch and listen to snatches of monster-inspired music (Danse Macabre and Night on Bald Mountain), then apply research skills to design and present their own conceptual monster. Includes an assessment rubric, links to multimedia resources, and extension activities.

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Eye of Science

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Science and art are more closely related than you might suppose. To prove it, visit this breathtaking site that features scientific photographs of items found in the microscopic world. Click on the "Gallery" to view the images (which include E. coli, marigold petal hairs, and compost heap fungus - to name a few), then visit the "Equipment" link to find out what was used to create them. Also available in German.

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Tag(s): photography, images,
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