Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning
This is one of several lessons that examines Supreme Court decisions that have clarified individual rights under the First Amendment. Students will examine the events that led up to the case of West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette. They will analyze its implications for the freedoms of... Read more »
Created by: Daniel Schwarz
Date Updated: May 1st, 2025
West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette
In this lesson, students will learn the basic formatting guidelines needed to follow for writing a script. They will also listen to a film professor talk about careers in television and movies. This is also adaptable for ELA using books that are commonly assigned. Read more »
Created by: James Doyle
Date Updated: January 11th, 2024
Screenwriting and other careers in the film industry
At a time when truth itself seems under siege, this comprehensive lesson bridges Orwell's dystopian masterpiece with today's media landscape. Students begin to develop their media literacy by evaluating real versus fake news through a Walking Vote activity, then explore logical fallacies and propaganda... Read more »
Created by: Ms. Krissy Valentine
Date Updated: June 23rd, 2025
What George Orwell's 1984 Teaches about Bias and Manipulation
This workshop is designed to help parents and family members support students as they move from high school to college. Guided by the essential question, “How can I support my student as they transition to college?”, the session focuses on shifting from a directive role to a supportive “co-pilot” role.... Read more »
Created by: Jane Reynolds
Date Updated: September 28th, 2026