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In March 2008, presidential candidate Barack Obama — responding to controversial remarks made by his former minister, Rev. Jeremiah Wright — gave a speech to outline his own views about race in America. It was perhaps the first time a major presidential candidate took on the issue in so direct or comprehensive a way. Three new lesson plans are provided for grades 9-12 that offer educators fresh, engaging strategies to deepen students’ understanding about race and racism throughout history and today.
Teaching Tolerance is dedicated to reducing prejudice, improving intergroup relations and supporting equitable school experiences for our nation’s children. Our teaching materials have won two Oscars, an Emmy and more than 20 honors from the Association of Educational Publishers, including two Golden Lamp Awards, the industry’s highest honor. Scientific surveys demonstrate that our programs help students learn respect for differences and bolster teacher practice.
In March 2008, presidential candidate Barack Obama — responding to controversial remarks made by his former minister, Rev. Jeremiah Wright — gave a speech to outline his own views about race in America. It was perhaps the first time a major presidential candidate took on the issue in so direct or comprehensive a way. Three new lesson plans are provided for grades 9-12 that offer educators fresh, engaging strategies to deepen students’ understanding about race and racism throughout history and today.
Teaching Tolerance is dedicated to reducing prejudice, improving intergroup relations and supporting equitable school experiences for our nation’s children. Our teaching materials have won two Oscars, an Emmy and more than 20 honors from the Association of Educational Publishers, including two Golden Lamp Awards, the industry’s highest honor. Scientific surveys demonstrate that our programs help students learn respect for differences and bolster teacher practice.
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Using Obama’s Speech on Race in the Classroom
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