Objectives:
After this class, students will be able to:
1. brainstorm a list of problems in education today.
2. increase vocabulary related to education.
3. analyze the media's portrayal of American education.
Agenda:
1. Warm-up: Students will complete this chart:
What's Wrong With American Schools?
a. drugs
b. drop out rate
c. lack of books
d. lack of $$
e. unqualified teachers
f. unsanitary buildings
g. racism
h. security/violence
2. Today's Vocabulary:
a. reluctant: hesitant, not wanting to do something you have to do
b. monetary: having something to do with money
c. consensus: when everyone agrees
3. Viewing Activity: Stupid in America: A 20/20 Documentary: Today we will watch this documentary and discuss issues related to the state of education in America today. Students will take notes on the video. We will pause the video to discuss along the way.
Homework: There is no homework assigned for tonight.
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