Opinion and/or Observation
OPINION: PICK 2 SOCIAL JUSTICE TOPICS: REASONS & SOLUTIONS
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Human Trafficking
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Gender Inequality
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Illiteracy
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Hunger
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Poverty
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Gun Violence: Mass/School Shootings
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Choose others that interest you
Answer the following prompts:
1.Describe in detail the 2 issues chosen, and what part of the world you are focusing on. Provide 2 quotes from online sources.
2.What are some reasons why this is a problem?
3. List 3 possible solutions to help reduce this social injustice.
4.What non-profit/charitable organizations are working towards eradicating the socials issues you chose? Provide their websites and 2 images.
5. Provide a video clip each that describes your social issues
6. How could YOU do something about it?
7. Share a statistic or ask a question regarding your social issues on your social media pages. Try to generate discussion. Screenshot your social media interaction
8. Record an interview 1 person regarding your social issues. Ask them what they know about the issues, and what people can do to help. You can generate your own questions too. Upload your video to YouTube and add the link to your google site.
Observation/Opinion
Opposing Viewpoints - database containing newspaper, magazine, and encyclopedia articles as well as primary sources, images, maps, and web resources about current, controversial issues.
SIRS Issues Researcher - offers pro/con views on current, controversial issues.
Exploring Issues - digital resource that provides primary and secondary sources on current and controversial issues.
ABC-CLIO Issues -database that investigates controversial issues to inform students on current events and help them develop critical thinking skills.