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The Declaration of Independence: Its Legacy and Ideas in Today’s World Lesson PlanThe Declaration of Independence: Its Legacy and Ideas in Today’s World Lesson Plan
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Middle Tennessee State University
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8th
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English Language Arts
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The Declaration of Independence: Its Legacy and Ideas in Today’s World

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How is it possible that such an old document still triggers modern discussions? Teach scholars why the Declaration of Independence is still so important today using an informative resource. They watch various educational videos, work in groups, and finish the lessons by writing expository essays.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

the declaration of independence, the fourth of july, american history, john adams

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Flip your class by asking learners to watch the video clips at home

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires Internet access 
  • Involves a few different materials, including printed copies of various worksheets and graphic organizers and a SMART board or projector

Pros

  • Lays out the plan in easy-to-follow steps for both class periods
  • Includes guidelines and methods to evaluate for learning

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.8.1 RI.8.2 W.8.2.a

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