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Powered by Diversity

By Akbar Karenga
Grade Level
9-12
private
LEARNING PLAN
Essential Question
  • What does it mean to say that there is strength in diversity?
  • Why do some people choose to avoid those who are different? Why do others seek diversity?
  • How do we connect in meaningful ways with people who are different from us?
  • What are the challenges of celebrating what we have in common while also honoring our differences?
  • How do our similarities and differences impact the relationships we have with people inside and outside our own identity groups?
  • What do we gain when we learn about the lived experiences of other people?
Texts
Informational

The Power of Language

In this essay, the author identifies vague terminology used by the United States government during World War II to describe their actions toward Japanese Americans and outlines terms that would more appropriately describe the government's actions.
by
Learning for Justice Staff
Grade Level
6-8 9-12
Subject
Civics
History
Topic
Race & Ethnicity
Social Justice Domain
Diversity Justice
April 28, 2016
Teaching Strategies
Word Work

Traits Matrix

In this semantic feature analysis strategy, students use a grid to show how vocabulary words relate to one another and to conceptual frameworks (e.g., masculine versus feminine).
Grade Level
6-8 9-12
CCSS
L.6-12.4, L.6-12.5, L.6-12.6
July 19, 2014
Student Tasks
Do Something

Spotlight on Change Agents

Students investigate, interview and profile a person working for equity and social change. The person can work on the local, national or international level, with an organization or as an individual. The compiled profiles will form a resource for other students in the future.
Grade Level
6-8 9-12
July 13, 2014
Plan Built By
Akbar Karenga

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