Historical Connections/Patterns of Civil Rights Movements
Unit Topic: Subjects: Geography, History, English,
Grade Level: 9th Grade
Summary: While learning about historical connections/patterns of civil rights movements in History class, students in English Language Arts will be completing literature circles featuring various genres of literature. Students will start 5-6 consecutive classes featuring excerpts and reviews of new novels and short stories. Students will then personalize learning, exercising voice and choice when selecting a novel to finish reading and specialize in. Using the book of their choice, students will move into their final project which will bring the historical event together with modern issues. Students will have a few days to build their projects.
Rationale: In today’s world, many current events and issues center around a careful analysis and consideration of civil rights, freedoms, and a lack thereof. This interdisciplinary unit aspires to provide a safe environment for students to explore present dynamic issues which will shape tomorrow’s world. Through the use of a carefully orchestrated co-taught curriculum and cutting-edge classroom technologies, students will unpack the deep-rooted history that has brought us to our present journey point. As a result, this unit provides substantial opportunity for students to develop the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions as global, digital citizens concerned with the public good in a culturally diverse, democratic society.