Grade Levels: 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies, Language Arts, Study Skills
Learner Outcomes: Students will be able to:
access information on the Internet
take notes from the Internet
organize and sequence notes
prepare a 5 - paragraph theme on a specific topic
make an argument for the side they don't favor
have a thorough understanding of the Scopes Trial
Duration of Lesson: 2 to 4 - 45 minute periods
Materials: Student notebooks
Technology/ Tools: Computers with Internet access
Teacher notes: Teacher must reserve the computer lab in advance.
Procedures: Students will visit at least three Web
sites, gathering information on the Scopes Trial. Notes from the
Internet will be kept in student notebooks. Students should not be
allowed to download material.
When the teacher feels enough information has been gathered, students should
report to the class room.
Students will be asked which side they favor. After making their
decision, students will be told that
they are to write a five paragraph theme defending the OPPOSITE side.
In their theme they should
include changes they would make in the prosecution or defense. The
computer lab should be used for
the writing of the papers.
Here are some Web sites to check out:
Modifications: Some special needs students may require more time. Please check IEPs.
Enrichment Activities: Students may prepare and give a speech on closing arguments for their side.
Evaluation/Assessment: The five paragraph theme will be
an evaluation. Grades should reflect historical accuracy
and creative thinking as well as organization, fluency and grammar.
History 11.9
History 11.11
Computer/Technology 11.62
Computer/Technology 12.90
Civics/Government C.4
Civics/Government C.14
Civics/Government C.15
English Language Arts 12.42
English Language Arts 12.43
English Language Arts 12.4
Study Skills 12.74
Study Skills 12.76
Study Skills 12.83
Authors:
Mary Kay Burdette
Roberta Heath
Peggy Snyder
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