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Community Problem Solvers
Grade: 6-8
Social Studies
Duration: 3 Days
Core Focus: Ownership & Action
Learning Objective
Students will identify a local community issue and design a realistic action plan to address it, utilizing primary sources and community interviews.
Student Agency Element (The "How")
Choice: Students select the specific community issue they want to research.
Voice: Students decide the format of their final proposal (video, letter to mayor, or presentation).
Voice: Students decide the format of their final proposal (video, letter to mayor, or presentation).
Teacher Role (Facilitator)
Provide templates for interviews; facilitate connections with local experts; offer feedback on feasibility of plans.
Activity Procedure
- Day 1: Brainstorm issues and form interest groups.
- Day 2: Conduct research and draft action plans.
- Day 3: Peer feedback and final proposal creation.
Assessment & Reflection
Rubric co-created with students focusing on "Feasibility" and "Evidence". Exit ticket: "How did your choice impact your engagement?"
