This inquiry focuses on the defining themes of Andrew Jackson’s presidency. Students …
This inquiry focuses on the defining themes of Andrew Jackson’s presidency. Students will discuss Jacksonian Democracy, the War on the National Bank, and policy toward Native Americans. The questions, tasks, and sources in this inquiry ask students to explore primary sources from multiple perspectives to analyze whether Jackson was the hero or villain of the common man. Resource created by Abigail Huggins with Doniphan-Trumbull Public School as part of the Nebraska Social Studies Special Project 2022 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).
The British soldiers have long been blamed for firing upon innocent colonists …
The British soldiers have long been blamed for firing upon innocent colonists the night of the Boston Massacre. Students will examine primary and secondary sources to determine if the soldiers indeed attacked innocent colonists or were acting in self-defense against an angry mob. This inquiry asks, “Did the British soldiers open fire on innocent colonists at the Boston Massacre?” Resource created by Michelle Wittstruck, Milford Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2022 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).
This inquiry leads students through the causes and influences on the Civil …
This inquiry leads students through the causes and influences on the Civil War, compelling them to determine if the Civil War could have been avoided. By using primary sources including political cartoons, speeches, legislation, and the Constitution, students are given the opportunity to travel through time and change history.Resource created by Audrey Freeman, Cedar County Catholic Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2022 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).
This inquiry is designed to investigate the idea of Manifest Destiny and …
This inquiry is designed to investigate the idea of Manifest Destiny and the role that Manifest Destiny played in the removal of the Natives from their land. Ultimately, students will create claims with evidence regarding whether or not Manifest Destiny justified the removal of Native Americans from their lands. Resource created by Becky Michel, Conestoga Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2022 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).
What was the most significant consequence of the U.S. government’s policy of …
What was the most significant consequence of the U.S. government’s policy of assimilation of Native Americans in the late 1800s? This inquiry leads students through an investigation and evaluation of the methods used to force assimilation of Native Americans in the late 18th and early 19th Centuries and the consequences of those methods. Resource created by Ann Mays, Hastings Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2024 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).
This resource was created by Michele Barcelona, in collaboration with Lynn Bowder, …
This resource was created by Michele Barcelona, in collaboration with Lynn Bowder, as part of ESU2's Mastering the Arts project. This project is a four year initiative focused on integrating arts into the core curriculum through teacher education and experiential learning.
Should the US have invaded Canada in response to the conflicts with …
Should the US have invaded Canada in response to the conflicts with Great Britain? This inquiry unit guides students through an exploration of the arguments of the government/ military and opposition regarding the decision to declare war on Great Britain, invade Canada, remove British rule, annex Canada to the United States, and examines the resulting impact and reactions from the Canadian point of view. Resource created by Sabine Fleshner, Millard Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2024 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).
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