Prep — Preparing for the lesson Steps — Conducting the lesson Extension — Additional Activities Prep Media Components Computer Resources: Modem: 56.6 Kbps or faster. Browser: Netscape Navigator 4.0 or above or Internet Explorer 4.0 or above. Macintosh computer: System … More →

Overview Many people’s fundamental needs are not being met in the U.S. today. Food, shelter, medical care, and safety from violence elude increasing numbers of people. In a spirit of altruism, individuals, faith-based organizations and secular groups undertake humanitarian efforts … More →

Print out and make copies of these organizers for your students: Four Scenarios (for teacher’s use) Exploring Controversial Issues Using Surveys and Polls Rubric for Culminating Project

Prep — Preparing for the lesson Steps — Conducting the lesson Extension — Additional Activities Prep Media Components Computer Resources: Modem: 56.6 Kbps or faster. Browser: Netscape Navigator 4.0 or above or Internet Explorer 4.0 or above. Personal computer (Pentium … More →

Overview Students will explore the concept of a “just war” by examining various religious traditions as well as international law. They will study the criteria of a “just war,” apply what they learn to the case of the War on … More →

Prep — Preparing for the lesson Steps — Conducting the lesson Extension — Additional Activities Prep: Media Components Computer Resources: Modem: 56.6 Kbps or faster. Browser: Netscape Navigator 4.0 or above or Internet Explorer 4.0 or above. Macintosh computer: System … More →

Print out and make copies of these organizers for your students: Exploring Controversial Issues Tips for Interviewing Interview Planning Sheet (multiple copies per student) Rubric for Culminating Project

Overview One of the most emotional and controversial issues raised by the First Amendment is the question of the role religion should play in public institutions. The First Amendment prohibits government from establishing a religion and protects each individual’s right … More →

Prep — Preparing for the lesson Steps — Conducting the lesson Extension — Additional Activities Prep Media Components Computer Resources: Modem: 56.6 Kbps or faster. Browser: Netscape Navigator 4.0 or above or Internet Explorer 4.0 or above. Personal computer (Pentium … More →

Print out and make copies of these organizers for your students: Death Penalty Data (as of 2002) Exploring Controversial Issues Quotes from Religious Leaders Tips for Interviewing Interview Planning Sheet (multiple copies per student) Rubric for Culminating Project