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Civil Rights: Presentation and Deliberation

Persistent Issue:
When are citizens justified in resisting governmental authority?
Central Question:
What strategies should civil rights participants use to achieve a more just, equal society in 1968?
Topic:
Civil Rights
Course:
U.S. History
Strategy:
Activist Strategy Meeting
Grade Level:
11
Lessons in this unit:
  1. Civil Rights: Introductory Grabber
  2. Civil Rights: Intensive Document Analysis
  3. Black Power: Structured Academic Controversy
  4. Civil Rights: Presentation Preparation
  5. Civil Rights: Presentation and Deliberation

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Click here to download a chart detailing the standards addressed in this lesson as identified by the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS), the National History Standards, and the Alabama Course of Study.

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Teacher Reflection

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Clip 1: Introduction to Presentation

Prior to the first group presentation, Mr. Freeman sets the context for the presentations by reminding students of the goals of the activity.

Reflection: Mr. Freeman discusses how he introduces the day's activities in order to remind students of their roles within the context of the activity. Mr Freeman also discusses how he establishes that this activity can be relevant to students outside of the classroom setting.
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Teacher Reflection

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Clip 2: Separatist Group Presentation

The group representing the separatist movement delivers their presentation.

Reflection: Mr. Freeman discusses how he introduces the position of the group prior to their presentation. He then explains the strengths of this particular presentation, specifically discussing how the group used primary sources to support their argument.
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Clip 3: Deliberation and Discussion

After the separatist group's presentation, the entire class engages in a discussion of the group's recommendations. Group members engage with others in the class in a defense of their position.

Reflection: Mr. Freeman explains his role in promoting class discussion among students and group members. Mr. Freeman also provides suggestions for maintaining an engaged class discussion, including when a teacher should interject his own questions and comments. Finally, Mr. Freeman discusses strategies for assigning students to particular group topics.
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1 Presentation Rubric 52.68 KB PDF Download File
2 Culminating Unit Essay Description 45.46 KB PDF Download File

Mr. Todd Freeman

Todd Freeman currently serves as the Administrative Assistant for Operations and Services for Auburn City Schools in Auburn, Alabama. He assumed this position during the summer of 2003 after having spent 10 years as a classroom teacher in Auburn. Todd taught United States History to sophomores and juniors as well as serving as the vertical team leader for the grades 7-12 social studies. Todd also coached baseball and football and served as the sponsor for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes during that same time.

During Todd’s tenure as a teacher, he collaborated with Dr. John Saye and Auburn University on two projects that involved teaching history using a Problem-Centered Inquiry approach; the Washington Presidency and the Civil Rights Movement. In addition, Todd served as a supervising teacher for numerous practicum students and several student teachers.

Auburn High School

Auburn High School has a population of approximately 1200 students in grades 9-12. It is the only high school in Auburn – a city that also has a 4-year university. The unit was taught to a 10th grade United States History class. Auburn High School incorporated a block schedule, thus the class met for 90 minutes every day for one semester.

The students ranged in ability levels and were a diverse group based on race and socioeconomic status. The class was especially active in class dialogues and tended to be more productive in group and dyad settings.

Teacher Pre Interview

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Clip 1: Pre-Interview Lesson Description

Mr. Freeman provides a description of the lesson he will be teaching. He discusses the topic of the lesson and the overall goals of the lesson.
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Clip 2: Pre-Interview Students and Setting

Mr. Freeman provides a description of the students participating in the lesson, and unique aspects of the classroom and/or school.
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Clip 3: Pre-Interview Curricular Context and Standards Addressed

Mr. Freeman discusses how this particular lesson fits within his overall curriculum. He also provides an expalnation of how this lesson extends state and national standards related to this topic.
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Clip 4: Pre-Interview Unique Aspects of Lesson

Mr. Freeman discusses some of the segments of this lesson that he believes will be most interesting to viewers. He also discusses aspects of the lesson that she is particularly excited about.
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Clip 5: Pre-Interview Challenges in Planning Lesson

Mr. Freeman discusses challenges faced in designing and implementing this type of lesson.
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Clip 6: Pre-Interview Evidence of Effectiveness

Mr. Freeman discusses why he believes the approach exemplified in this lesson is effective with students.
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Clip 7: Pre-Interview Preparation Necessary for Lesson

Mr. Freeman describes any equipment, materials, or preparation needed to implement this lesson. He also discusses prerequisite knowledge and/or skills needed by students in order for them to be successful with the lesson activities.
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Clip 8: Pre-Interview Assessing Student Achievement

Mr. Freeman discusses his plans for assessing student achievement during the lesson.

Teacher Post Interview

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Clip 1: Post-Interview Overview of Lesson

Mr. Freeman provides a overview of what occurred during the lesson.
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Clip 2: Post-Interview Scaffolding Used During Lesson

Mr. Freeman discusses the types of scaffolding support he provided to students throughout the lesson.
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Clip 3: Post-Interview Student Assessment

Mr. Freeman describes how he assessed student achievement during lesson activities.
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Clip 4: Post-Interview Modifications to Lesson

Mr. Freeman provides advice and suggestions for other teachers who would like to implement this type of lesson with their students.
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Clip 5: Post-Interview Advice for Other Teachers

Mr. Freeman discusses modifications he would make to this lesson prior to delivering it again.
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Clip 6: Post-Interview Assisting Students with Special Needs

Mr. Freeman discusses any adaptations he may need to make to the lesson to assist students with special needs who may be in his class.
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Clip 7: Post-Interview Next Steps

Mr. Freeman discusses the next set of activities planned for his students.