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The Language of the Immigration Debate
This lesson explores the effect of terminology surrounding the immigration debate.
July 10, 2017
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Immigration Myths
In this lesson, students will deconstruct common myths about immigrants and the process of immigration in the United States. They will also have an opportunity to share their knowledge with the greater community.
March 7, 2017
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Immigration
Tell complex stories about immigration in the United States and find strategies for serving immigrant students and families. Our resources can help you teach accurately about immigration and offer undocumented and ELL
June 28, 2017
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The Great Immigration Debate
Patricia Smith explores the nation's divide over how to deal with illegal immigration. She outlines the role of immigration in our history, notes the "wariness" felt over immigration ever since, and questions when and how Congress might act on the issue.
July 5, 2014
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The Human Face of Immigration
Students challenge stereotypes when they see the people behind the slogans.
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Blogging and the Immigrant Experience
To help her students understand each other’s stories, backgrounds and experiences—and to improve their writing—this teacher added blogging to her curriculum.
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Remarks on Signing the Immigration Act of 1965
The Immigration Act of 1965 abolished the "country-of-origin" immigration quota system and established a system of entry based on skills and family relationships with U.S. residents. In addition to his remarks about these changes, President Johnson announced asylum for Cuban refugees.
June 11, 2015
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Ten Myths About Immigration
Debunk the misinformation students bring to school—and help them think for themselves.
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Exploring Young Immigrant Stories
This lesson helps students appreciate diversity among their peers and the diversity of immigrants all over the world. Through hands-on exercises, students will discover similarities and differences they share with other children.
September 12, 2016
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Najeeb Abreely, Immigrant Inspector (1890s)
Because Najeeb Abreely remembers what it was like to emigrate to America, he can soothe the fears of frightened immigrants he must now inspect and question.
July 7, 2014
