Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning
Students will compare facts about the Great Depression, a primary source document, and era photos to gain a deeper understanding of the social and economic impact of the Great Depression. Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: November 3rd, 2023
The Great Depression
Through their own research and discussion, students see how career choice, postsecondary education, and salary are all interrelated. Students identify three careers that they might be interested in, identify the postsecondary requirements to attain these careers, and learn what the beginning is for... Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: May 31st, 2023
Standard 1: Earning an Income
In this lesson, students will work on their very own assembly line to create "kicks'' fit for the Second Industrial Revolution. Through an exploration of texts and videos, students will begin to formalize their understanding of industrialization and how technological change and innovation has impacted... Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: May 12th, 2023
Intro to the American Industrial Revolution
Students will participate in a scenario where the government is in chaos. In small groups, they will determine what societies need to form new countries that would be sustainable. The characteristics of state and theories of governmental power will be introduced and applied to the new countries that... Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: July 6th, 2023
U.S. Government
In this financial literacy lesson, students will explore the need to plan for retirement and discuss the amount of money that will be needed to retire comfortably. Students will investigate traditional ways to save for retirement, including personal savings, Social Security, mutual funds, 401K, IRAs,... Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: January 24th, 2023
Standard 6: Planning for Retirement
Students will explore the relationship between public education and democracy. They will investigate how an educated population contributes to the democratic process. This lesson includes excerpts and video clips from a lecture by Johann Neem at the OU Teach-In Series 2017. Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: April 18th, 2023
OU Teach-In Series 2017
Students will investigate the culture of the Mayan civilization through observation and inquiry. Students will choose a topic about the Mayans to investigate and present their findings to the class through a variety of formats. Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: November 22nd, 2022
Ancient Mayan Civilization
This lesson examines key terrorist attacks on U.S. soil and identifies how the Patriot Act was created to prevent terrorism. Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: June 22nd, 2023
The Patriot Act of 2001
Students will gain information about the Green Revolution and its impact on the world's food supply. Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: June 22nd, 2023
The Green Revolution
In this lesson, students will investigate the paintings, history, and artistic talents of a group of Kiowa artists collectively known as the Kiowa Six. Students also will consider whether the systemic policy of assimilation and acculturation helped or hindered the artists' career success. Finally, students... Read more »
Created by: Susan McHale
Date Updated: February 27th, 2023
The Legacy and Contributions of Six Kiowa Artists
