#sschat Archive

#sschat is a network of educators, resources, and ideas that started on Twitter, but has expanded to Facebook, an annual NCSS unconference, and more. Join us to chat asynchronously on Twitter or Facebook, or chat with us live on Mondays from 7-8pm EST.
Monday July 10, 2017
7:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Jul 10 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #sschat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/73iQwRcttl
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:01 PM EDT
    #sschat Hello! Good evening ! Welcome! Please introduce yourself !
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Hi #sschat, this is Bill Chapman, a retired secondary social studies teacher, checking in from Berkeley, CA.
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    I'm Andrea from @WestBroadwayMS in Providence, RI and I will be your host this evening! #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Chris from Bloomington, IN.. Teach world history for private online HS affiliated w/ Indiana Univ. Making dinner while chatting. #sschat
  • jacq_mccarthy Jul 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Hi, NJ social studies teacher, joining the chat. #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Welcome! #sschat Glad to see you again!
    • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:02 PM EDT
      Hi #sschat, this is Bill Chapman, a retired secondary social studies teacher, checking in from Berkeley, CA.
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Likewise, Andrea! #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Joanne from Missouri. 7th grade world history and 11thgrade modern global issues. Excited to talk DOI. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Good evening #sschat folks! Andrew (gr.8 SocSt in MA) checking in to talk about the D of I. So happy to be inside from painting the porch...
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
    Hello #sschat! I'm Jenny from Central New York. I teach Government, Economics, and Global History. #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Good evening, Joanne. #sschat
    In reply to @GeoJo22
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Hi, Tish in Austin here. SS Coordinator, US history teacher #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Hi Andrew! #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • CivicsEngaged Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Just checking this out for a little bit #sschat
  • ToddShriver Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    #sschat Todd Shriver from North White (IN).
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Hi #sschat! Kimberly from IL. 8th gr US History teacher
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Hey, all! Mary-Owen from Tennessee. 7th grade world history teacher and a little sunburned from a pool day. #ouch #sschat
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Hey #sschat. Glad to be here on a Monday. Phil from Sarasota, I teach 6-8 WH
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    Too hot to be outside here! #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Hi, Joanne! Good to chat with you! #sschat
    In reply to @GeoJo22
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    It's nice to meet you @Jenny_Osowski ! #sschat
  • historycomics Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Hi all - I teach high school social studies through comics and pop culture #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Hello, Bill! #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Hi, Jenny! Glad you're here! #sschat
    In reply to @Jenny_Osowski
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Hey everyone! Mike from CA here. Cloudy outside! I teach US History and Civics. Been a while, glad to be back! #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Welcome back, @GeoJo22 ! #sschat
    • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:03 PM EDT
      Joanne from Missouri. 7th grade world history and 11thgrade modern global issues. Excited to talk DOI. #sschat
  • CivicsEngaged Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Teach HS Amer Gov/Econ/Current Issues and love my career. Blog at CivicsEngaged.blogspot #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Hey, Bill! Excited to learn about the D of I with/from you! #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • jcaseydesign Jul 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Good evening! Jennifer from FL. I teach MS social studies. Glad to join you tonight! #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us, @ushistorysage #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Hi Jennifer! #sschat
    In reply to @jcaseydesign
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Some touch-ups in the morning after it dries. Next job - replacing the floor we just wrecked! #sschat
    • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
      any more coats to put on later or are you finished?
      In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • MrPereiraCA Jul 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Doug from WNY state (Finger Lakes region). I teach #APUSH and US History & Gov't (grade 11). #FLX #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Welcome @MsHolmesTeach ! #sschat
    • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
      Hey, all! Mary-Owen from Tennessee. 7th grade world history teacher and a little sunburned from a pool day. #ouch #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Likewise, Mary-Owen! #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Welcome back, Mike! Glad you could make it! #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Nice to see you, @historycomics #sschat
  • cheffernan75 Jul 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Reflecting & Retooling https://t.co/rReMEhrjCy #edchat #ShiftThis #mschat #sschat #worldgeochat #worldgeochat
  • scottmpetri Jul 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Hi #sschat Scott Petri, HS World and US History teacher from Los Angeles.Want to know how you teach the Declaration.
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Welcome @teachermike72 ! #sschat
    • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
      Hey everyone! Mike from CA here. Cloudy outside! I teach US History and Civics. Been a while, glad to be back! #sschat
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Thanks Mary-Owen! Good to see you again! #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Hi Scott! Hope it is not too hot in LA. #sschat
    In reply to @scottmpetri
  • EDUcre8ive Jul 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Ah ss - have been away too long. John from WeVideo joining in... #sschat
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Hello Dr. Pleau! Thanks for the welcome! #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    #sschat first question coming your way in just a moment -- topic - and questions are here : https://t.co/OHxyJmzcRZ
  • jcaseydesign Jul 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Yay #sschat ;)!
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • WOAPGOV Jul 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Greetings! Brian here. I teach HS history and government in Michigan, but am vacationing in Oregon now 👌🏽#sschat
  • cheffernan75 Jul 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Chris from Illinois. Popping in for a few before heading off to 6 year old baseball. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Definitely! I'll need to use something stronger than my SPF 50 next time though... 😬 #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    Hi Chris! #sschat
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    #sschat Q1: why is the Declaration (DOI) an important part of the SS curriculum (6-12) ?
  • scottmpetri Jul 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Hi 90s today. Staying indoors. #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • NickLawrenceJC Jul 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Nick Lawrence here from Jersey City (and admining in the Bronx). #sschat Currently on a bus to DC for the NCSS Legislative Institute!
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Nice to meet you @WOAPGOV #sschat
    • WOAPGOV Jul 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
      Greetings! Brian here. I teach HS history and government in Michigan, but am vacationing in Oregon now 👌🏽#sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    A1) It's the break up letter! In world history, I use it to show influence of Enlightenment ideas outside of western Europe. #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    A1 It is the first, and perhaps most eloquent, statement of the promise of the US. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Yay! Chris is here (for a little bit)! Welcome, friend! #sschat
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    A1: It's the basis for our birth as a nation. Also a great piece of political propaganda, and connects to Enlightenment principles. #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Hey, Brian! I went to Oregon last summer...beautiful place! (Crater Lake was my fave) #sschat
    In reply to @WOAPGOV
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Welcome @NickLawrenceJC ! #sschat
    • NickLawrenceJC Jul 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      Nick Lawrence here from Jersey City (and admining in the Bronx). #sschat Currently on a bus to DC for the NCSS Legislative Institute!
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Q1: The DOI is where it all began. That moment where we decided to stop complaining &tell the world we weren't going to take #sschat
  • EDUcre8ive Jul 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    A1: the document is simplicity itself. Kids can learn to write with a purpose. Also - demonstrates big bold thinking #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    The greatest breakup letter of all time! #sschat A1
    • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      A1) It's the break up letter! In world history, I use it to show influence of Enlightenment ideas outside of western Europe. #sschat
  • jacq_mccarthy Jul 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    A1: Allows Ss to explore social contract, natural rights, role of government, etc. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1 teaching US History (1750s-1865), it's a great cornerstone: How well are Americans living up to the ideals of the Declaration?#sschat
  • CivicsEngaged Jul 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Dec of Ind sets lofty goals, illustrates big ideas & is further evidence of the denial re: privilege that has always existed in USA #sschat
  • tom_shields Jul 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1-It forms the ideals the American nation & its people are challenged to uphold. Great basis for essential questions. #sschat
  • EDUcre8ive Jul 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1: check it out https://t.co/16orAfOORD #sschat
  • NickLawrenceJC Jul 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1: I find myself coming back to the concept of natural rights and the connection to American civil rights movements very often. #sschat
  • WOAPGOV Jul 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1: DOI articulates profound disagreements (and ideals) and explains/justifies actions based on failure to attain agreement. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    not from KG3's point of view :) #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1: The DOI provides the basis for what we as Americans should be pursuing and striving for. Our ideal is laid out in front of us. #sschat
  • EDUcre8ive Jul 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Break up letter a yes! Like King George III in Hamilton "you'll be back..." #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • ToddShriver Jul 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    #sschat R1 important for Ss to see how grievances are put before the public. Gives Ss knowledge of reasons we want to separate from England
  • cheffernan75 Jul 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A1 is it bad to say Ss need to know the DOI so they don't tweet stupid comments at @NPR? #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
      #sschat Q1: why is the Declaration (DOI) an important part of the SS curriculum (6-12) ?
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A1-It's critical to understanding the ideals we as a nation struggle to achieve; it's our goal #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
      #sschat Q1: why is the Declaration (DOI) an important part of the SS curriculum (6-12) ?
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A1: the DoI also lays the framework for federalism: "of right ought to be FREE and INDEPENDENT STATES" ... so what about secession? #sschat
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    A1: It details the goals and ideals of the United States. We may not be perfect but it is something to continue to strive for #sschat
  • johnsonmaryj Jul 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    Hi, #sschat friends! I'm back from nearly 2 months in France & Spain! Happy to be able to participate at 5 p.m. in CO rather than 1 a.m.
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
    well said Bill. #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    Welcome home, Mary! #sschat
    In reply to @johnsonmaryj
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    Thanks. #sschat
    In reply to @philpuzz
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    Welcome back @johnsonmaryj ! #sschat
    • johnsonmaryj Jul 10 @ 7:13 PM EDT
      Hi, #sschat friends! I'm back from nearly 2 months in France & Spain! Happy to be able to participate at 5 p.m. in CO rather than 1 a.m.
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    I always forget that the Vikings are connected to my Scotch-Irish (Scots-Irish?) heritage. My grandmother would be ashamed. #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    ooooh, the promise and the disappointment of America? #sschat
    In reply to @CivicsEngaged
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    It's the foundational doc for our country! It's the reason we exist! Knowing where you've been helps guide where to go next. #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
      #sschat Q1: why is the Declaration (DOI) an important part of the SS curriculum (6-12) ?
  • massignmenthelp Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    How an Accredited Business Degree can Boost your Career and Employability https://t.co/fbGo1Vk5Dd #kyadmin #sschat #DubChat
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    A1 Thomas Paine's Rights of Man, the French Declaration, and the US DoI all connect. #sschat
  • AssignmentHelpN Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    7 Productive Activities to Make the Best use of Summer Vacations https://t.co/7IWgJiMM2a #kyadmin #sschat #DubChat
  • Hist_simulation Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    #sschat #WWII The National D-Day Memorial https://t.co/TLSjAcvxIY
  • EDUcre8ive Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    #sschat https://t.co/W8NRPx2ktX
  • ToddShriver Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    #sschat R1 also allows us to show Ss principles of government. It was an idea, not the official blueprint which becomes the Constitution.
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    A1: It is also the first time enlightenment ideas are put into practice. It became the example for all other declarations #sschat
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    Q1: It's the foundational doc for our country! It's the reason we exist! Knowing where you've been helps guide where to go next. #sschat
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    a great idea. I will be teaching WH this year, I could use this frame as well. #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    Indeed, and part of it is a direct ripoff from Locke! #SSchat
    In reply to @Jenny_Osowski
  • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:15 PM EDT
    A1 it establishes a philosophical foundation for democratic govt (even tho US wasn't when created) #sschat
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A1: It's the foundational doc for our country! It's the reason we exist! Knowing where you've been helps guide where to go next. #sschat
  • scottmpetri Jul 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    Had a similar chat last week with @Braz74 & #sstlap crew. #sschat Hard for Ss to articulate the ideals in the Dec.
  • tom_shields Jul 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A1-Kids need to understand that we are founded on ideals, genetics. #sschat
  • CivicsEngaged Jul 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    Good reminder #SSchat
    In reply to @theASIDEblog
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A1&the reason much of our history happened;from creation 2wars to immigration & migration 2purpose of government;its foundational #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
      #sschat Q1: why is the Declaration (DOI) an important part of the SS curriculum (6-12) ?
  • MrPereiraCA Jul 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    Right! It needs to be taught in world/global history too. #sschat
    In reply to @Jenny_Osowski
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A1 When studying the dev of government in Ancient Greece and Rome, we use it to define democratic ideals. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    genetics?? #sschat
    • tom_shields Jul 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
      A1-Kids need to understand that we are founded on ideals, genetics. #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    You can't understand July 4th without knowing the history and meaning of the DOI ! #sschat
    • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
      A1: It's the foundational doc for our country! It's the reason we exist! Knowing where you've been helps guide where to go next. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    Absolutely! My WH class uses it when investing the French Rev. Why ours "stuck" and their dissolved into chaos. #sschat
    In reply to @MrPereiraCA
  • johnsonmaryj Jul 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    @classroomtools @flipping_A_tchr @CHitch94 @historycomics @DrPleau1 Thx! I missed #sschat but needed a long break from American politics.
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A1 Declaration of Sentiments - Seneca Falls "We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men and WOMEN are created equal..." #sschat
  • dchistoryed Jul 10 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A1: The DOI sets the tone for the type of government the US has today #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A1 I teach pre-North American colonies...but my kids are familiar with D of I so lends to great discussion around Magna Carta. #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    #sschat Q2: How can we illustrate to our students that the words enshrined in the Declaration are indeed quite powerful words today?
  • dchistoryed Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Great choice of words "the break up letter" #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • jcaseydesign Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    A1 It demonstrated that the founders stood for principles and rejected tyranny. They had values worth standing up for. #sschat
  • bubricks_rubric Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Looking for awesome #socialstudies tweeps? Follow #sschat + @DrPleau1!
  • WOAPGOV Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    A2: the words remain powerful as reminders to ourselves (and others around the world) that we're still striving to live up to ideals #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    OK. I didn't understand how that's part of the Declaration of Independence #sschat
    In reply to @tom_shields
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    A2 Look at the reaction from the right when NPR tweeted the DOI last week. https://t.co/kMPUaAQbKG #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    Can I gold star that? #sschat ⭐️⭐️⭐️
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • historycomics Jul 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    A2 my students write on how true these words are today. Then we assemble on a 0-100% line around the room- then discuss - powerful #sschat
  • ToddShriver Jul 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    #sschat R2: Good question! In today's political climate, it is essential for us to teach Ss the importance of terms.
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    that whole situation was a little surreal! #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • teachcaudill Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A1) it's a foundational document. it's part of democracy. helps Ss to know it's like a breakup letter. #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    Amen to that! #sschat
    • WOAPGOV Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
      A2: the words remain powerful as reminders to ourselves (and others around the world) that we're still striving to live up to ideals #sschat
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2: You can look at the choice of words, or you can also use a dramatic reading of the D of I. https://t.co/7fOs4q4ulV #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2 The reaction to NPR last week was similar to a DOI story from the mid 20th century. https://t.co/x1NBm7TqQX #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2) Agree with others about it being a way to measure our actual situation to our ideals. #sschat
  • CivicsEngaged Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A1: Also serves as evidence that founders were imperfect & declared values that were myths #SSchat
    In reply to @jcaseydesign
  • cari_nation Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    Dear King George, it's not us. It's you. #sschat
    • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
      A1) It's the break up letter! In world history, I use it to show influence of Enlightenment ideas outside of western Europe. #sschat
  • tom_shields Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A2-Well, @NPR sure made a lot of folks freak out on the 4th by reading the DOI. #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    This. #sschat
  • NickLawrenceJC Jul 10 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    A2 It seems as important today to teach non-examples of the ideals enshrined in the DOI as it is examples #sschat
  • dchistoryed Jul 10 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    A2: Compare them to modern speak, pp dont talk the same but the ideas are the same #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    Education re: the DOI is so critical to be able to "wade" through all the political verbal bullshit. #sschat
    • ToddShriver Jul 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
      #sschat R2: Good question! In today's political climate, it is essential for us to teach Ss the importance of terms.
  • cari_nation Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    #sschat hi! I'm a former archaeologist, teaching middle school ss
  • YodaPond Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    Not sure if you were aware but you can access a Flipgrid Classroom account until 9/30 (reverts back to a Flipgrid One account after)😀#sschat
    In reply to @kris_vanduyne, @flipgrid
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    Making sure I understand the rules and procedures for issuing gold stars so I don't go rogue #sschat
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2: a focus needs to be, not only the ideals, but also the role of govt..if it is not supporting our liberties, citizens are to act #sschat
  • jacq_mccarthy Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2: It is important to debate & discuss the meaning of liberty. What rights are implied...freedom "from" & freedom "to". #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2 Ss can rewrite parts in their own words. Life is obvious, maybe. What is liberty? Happiness??? #sschat
  • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2 The words give us description of what founders envisioned We can use them to assess how we're doing: Social Contract #sschat
  • tom_shields Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A2-by constantly revisiting the ideals and having Ss determine to what degree people in any era lived up to them #sschat
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    excellent idea Tim. #sschat
    In reply to @historycomics
  • johnsonmaryj Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    A2: This interactive is excellent for helping students understand the word choices in the DOI: https://t.co/6gTIEIlrbn #sschat
  • cheffernan75 Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Im checking the #worldgeochat manual. "Gold stars may be issued at any time for responses that are intelligent, or make you smile." #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Civil discourse is essential in 2017! #sschat
    • jacq_mccarthy Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
      A2: It is important to debate & discuss the meaning of liberty. What rights are implied...freedom "from" & freedom "to". #sschat
  • CivicsEngaged Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    A2: read @tanehisicoates Between the World and Me as a lens to view the #declarationofindependence #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Great questions. In his new book, Autumn of the Black Snake, @WilliamHogeland looks at the meaning of "pursuit of happiness". #sschat
    In reply to @GeoJo22, @WilliamHogeland
  • SimoneRFine Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    A2: The words transcend the time. Tyranny is tyranny, corruption is corruption. #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • MrPereiraCA Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    A2 1/2 As we progress though the year, we look 4 examples of Americans "altering or abolishing" the gov't (good and bad examples)... #sschat
  • historycomics Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    Thx. Students have to predict what they think they will see before going up to the line. Then silently reflect. Really opens minds #sschat
    In reply to @philpuzz
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    Awesome resource! Thank you, @johnsonmaryj ! #sschat
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    A2-is hard part w/language BUT having them hear it performed is powerful as is having them perform it.Ck out https://t.co/VaC2XM2koX #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
      #sschat Q2: How can we illustrate to our students that the words enshrined in the Declaration are indeed quite powerful words today?
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    Thanks, Mary! #sschat
    In reply to @johnsonmaryj
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    A2 How can we not? Life and liberty are perhaps more important today than ever. #sschat
  • historycomics Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    Especially when most of those at the bottom are there due to LGTBQ and female concerns - not race. #sschat
    In reply to @philpuzz
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    Amen 🙏 #sschat
    • SimoneRFine Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
      A2: The words transcend the time. Tyranny is tyranny, corruption is corruption. #sschat
      In reply to @DrPleau1
  • kcfaul Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    I'm an anthropologist turned entrepreneur #sschat
    In reply to @cari_nation
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    His explanation provides a lot of context that shows TJ probably meant something much different than what most would say today. #sschat
    In reply to @GeoJo22, @WilliamHogeland
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    will need to read this later; the headline does grab your attention #sschat
  • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A1 The DOI is really an excellent piece of propaganda. They had to convince colonists to accept it & justify independence to GB #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    And @NPR has done reading of it for last 29 years. Students could listen and follow along with text. #sschat
    • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
      A2-is hard part w/language BUT having them hear it performed is powerful as is having them perform it.Ck out https://t.co/VaC2XM2koX #sschat
      • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
        #sschat Q2: How can we illustrate to our students that the words enshrined in the Declaration are indeed quite powerful words today?
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    Welcome, @kcfaul #sschat
    • kcfaul Jul 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
      I'm an anthropologist turned entrepreneur #sschat
      In reply to @cari_nation
  • ToddShriver Jul 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    #sschat Love this video to teach about the Declaration! https://t.co/Wdo0sHkEVU
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    A2: We do several read-alouds with randomly assigned sections. Ss highlight 2-3 words or phrases that deserve emphasis #sschat /1
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
      #sschat Q2: How can we illustrate to our students that the words enshrined in the Declaration are indeed quite powerful words today?
  • skiandsurf1964 Jul 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    I set the story by referencing England as the parent & the colonies as "rebellious teenagers"- Ss get it. #sschat
    In reply to @scottmpetri
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    One of my favs! Use it every year. #sschat
    In reply to @ToddShriver
  • jacq_mccarthy Jul 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    It is a well-written argument. I often ask my Ss to analyze the "real" reasons the colonists declared their independence. #sschat
    In reply to @drs116
  • cari_nation Jul 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    So many more insightful answers. Anytime you rebel/protest, you have to state goals. Otherwise you're seen as troublemakers #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    #sschat Q3: In your ss lessons, how would u broach the inspirational language in the DOI to demonstrate a commitment to human equality?
  • MrPereiraCA Jul 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    Me too #sschat
    In reply to @skiandsurf1964, @scottmpetri
  • johnsonmaryj Jul 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    A2: Here's a printable version & activity ideas for the rough draft of the DOI: https://t.co/Y7cgYpQaSE #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    Different meaning: "for imposing TAXES without our consent" vs "for imposing taxes without our CONSENT" #sschat /2
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    The DOI roadtrip did one too years ago #sschat https://t.co/nfiD2H5OjP
    In reply to @CHitch94, @NPR
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    A3 I had students look at the derivative Declarations it inspired. https://t.co/cckQybfLFD #sschat
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    A2 The world wasn't perfect for all citizens at the time of the DOI (slaves, women, free black men), but it was a start. #sschat
  • USHistoryIdeas Jul 10 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    #sschat Hi, Lauren Brown, 8th grade US history teacher from Chicago area. Joining late and erratically while grilling dinner.
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    Yes "civil" discourse is important; something that I am trying to stress in my class. #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
      Civil discourse is essential in 2017! #sschat
      • jacq_mccarthy Jul 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
        A2: It is important to debate & discuss the meaning of liberty. What rights are implied...freedom "from" & freedom "to". #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Welcome @USHistoryIdeas ! Glad you could join us! #sschat
    • USHistoryIdeas Jul 10 @ 7:29 PM EDT
      #sschat Hi, Lauren Brown, 8th grade US history teacher from Chicago area. Joining late and erratically while grilling dinner.
  • madisonteacher Jul 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    The latest Social Studies & Education! https://t.co/nR4Bqtu7wc Thanks to @ReneeGokey @WOAPGOV @GibbsSmithEd #sschat #tlap
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    A3: As has been said already I would have Ss evaluate what Jefferson meant by "created equal" and whom that pertained to. #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • dchistoryed Jul 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Great idea #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • kennethcdavis Jul 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    Hi #sschat Sharing My #Declaration vid from @TED_ED https://t.co/XpSGF5YWNW
  • scottmpetri Jul 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A3 Excellent? I would ask Ss where is US lacking in equality? What would you do to ensure We become more equal? #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
      #sschat Q3: In your ss lessons, how would u broach the inspirational language in the DOI to demonstrate a commitment to human equality?
  • johnsonmaryj Jul 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    While I'm at it, here's a timeline plus other @librarycongress resources for DOI: https://t.co/qbNTbPIDpU #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    Welcome, @kennethcdavis and thank you for joining us! #sschat
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    Anyone see #TheWordsThatShapedAmerica on HBO? They had a reading of the DOI. Hearing it is sometimes easier that reading it #sschat
  • CivicsEngaged Jul 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A3: words move ppl to action & are often the result of action. Compare/Contrast w other inspirational texts - flush out significance #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A3 Again, WH teacher so I compare/contrast Magna Carta, D of I, Bill of Rights, and UN Declaration of HR. #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    Yay!! Hi there Lauren!!! I use your blog ALL the time #geekingout #sschat
    In reply to @USHistoryIdeas
  • WOAPGOV Jul 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    The Declaration's emphasis on equality aids discussions: equal pay, Civil Rights, Title IX, gay marriage, income inequality, etc. #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    I did that too when I taught WH, but my class was year long and included history thru the present. #sschat
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    #sschat This is too awesome to miss ... and too awesome to watch right now -- bookmark!!
  • kennethcdavis Jul 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    And here’s 1st of my blog series on what became of the 56 Signers Interesting group! https://t.co/mBeLFgjGAL #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    I do that with Declaration of the Rights of Man & the Citizen but should incorporate others. #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • tom_shields Jul 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    A3-I start by having students look at the draft and compare it to the final. #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    A3 Talk about how it was read to the troops. #sschat
  • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    A3 I like that the natural rights are followed by social contract - if govt fails to protect rights we have duty to abolish it #sschat
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    I like using this video for fun when teaching the DOIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZfRaWAtBVg #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    #sschat All of these are relevant issues of our time. They need to be discussed and considered in 2017.
    • WOAPGOV Jul 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
      The Declaration's emphasis on equality aids discussions: equal pay, Civil Rights, Title IX, gay marriage, income inequality, etc. #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    #sschat Our resident expert has spoken! Thank you for sharing this, @kennethcdavis !
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    I end at exploration/Enlightenment but stop before US colonies. It's an odd split. 8th grade in TN picks up w/ Jamestown etc. #sschat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    A3-Ss look for examples of the DOI's parts,then rank them in importance;also put US on trial using DOI's words;let them be judge #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
      #sschat Q3: In your ss lessons, how would u broach the inspirational language in the DOI to demonstrate a commitment to human equality?
  • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    US has a formal process to make changes so "abolish" doesn't necessitate violence - leads to great discussion #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Yes!! The contrasts are really interesting, if nothing less than to show students the power/importance/prevalence of revision #sschat
    In reply to @tom_shields
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Especially the 1948 declaration authored under the chairmanship of Eleanor Roosevelt! #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • USHistoryIdeas Jul 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Thank you!! #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    The DOI not only set in motion liberation from foreign control, but also lead to the US Constitution & the Bill of Rights. #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Great opportunity to highlight the importance of writing drafts, editing, word choice, audience. #teachwriting #sschat
    • tom_shields Jul 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
      A3-I start by having students look at the draft and compare it to the final. #sschat
  • jacq_mccarthy Jul 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Liberty is hard to define, but having Ss discuss what rights all citizens are entitled to from each other & government is important. #sschat
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    I like how that point would lend itself to a Civics discussion! #sschat
    In reply to @drs116
  • SpeightEd Jul 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    A2: @NicholasFerroni worked with his principal to creative a memorable experience for Ss in his class. I can't find link though. #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
      #sschat Q2: How can we illustrate to our students that the words enshrined in the Declaration are indeed quite powerful words today?
  • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    I show clip from John Adams where TJ says 'every word was precisely chosen' - love that line #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • jacq_mccarthy Jul 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    I like to discuss the different interpretations of the social contract, Hobbes, Locke, Montesquieu, & Rousseau. #sschat
    In reply to @drs116
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    A3 Without independence, human rights can be restricted or surpressed. #sschat
  • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    yes, we do that prior to DOI #sschat
    In reply to @jacq_mccarthy
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    #sschat Q4: Explain how you would demonstrate the parallel btwn a despot like King George & the need to prevent such an occurrence in 2017.
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    That whole revision scene is terrific for students to watch and rewatch #sschat
    • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
      I show clip from John Adams where TJ says 'every word was precisely chosen' - love that line #sschat
      In reply to @CHitch94
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    If you have a list of clips from the JA miniseries, would love to see it. #sschat
    In reply to @drs116, @CHitch94
  • USHistoryIdeas Jul 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    #sschat Haven't seen it myself, but eager to check this out: https://t.co/rr7PnbEt7N Famous performers & politicians reading DOI & Const
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    I like using this video for fun when teaching the DOI https://t.co/pyh3G678hm #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    #sschat and those human rights are so precious ... as is our independence as a nation ...
    • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
      A3 Without independence, human rights can be restricted or surpressed. #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    I like bringing that up when exploring economic reforms in PRC under Deng Xiaoping vs lack of political reforms. #sschat
    In reply to @theASIDEblog
  • SpeightEd Jul 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    A3: You have to bring up how "all people are created equal" has changed over time. I use Dec of Sentiments & 4th of July to Slave #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
      #sschat Q3: In your ss lessons, how would u broach the inspirational language in the DOI to demonstrate a commitment to human equality?
  • JulieBoulton12 Jul 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    New blog post - play to learn! https://t.co/ncooCIsQun @RusulAlrubail @ZackTeitel @pressneil1 @mcguirp #gamification #sschat #TLAP #LeadLAP
  • CivicsEngaged Jul 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    A4: keep up on current world issues and regular news. #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    A4 I think the fact that some on the right took NPR's tweets as attacks on Trump, speaks to this question. #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    Great resource, @kimberly_yonker ! Thank you for sharing this with us #sschat !
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    A4 not much direct parallel b/c of the English Constitution: king = "divine" arbiter of Parliament's lawmaking power #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    A4 The list of complaints against GIII are reflected in the Constitution. Ask how they apply today. #sschat
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    A4-oh my...I think I'd have them draw that conclusion on their own but give them historical figures to use as comparison #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
      #sschat Q4: Explain how you would demonstrate the parallel btwn a despot like King George & the need to prevent such an occurrence in 2017.
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    A4: Compare the "complaint section" to events in other countries and how rights are limited or nonexistent. #sschat
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    A4: I haven't done this before, but a thought I have is to analyze why a despot could ever arise again, & how DOI can prevent that #sschat
  • MrPereiraCA Jul 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    A3 1/3 https://t.co/wRqCYqbaiA Something I use w/ #CABravesAPUSH (Sure @historycomics has seen it) when we get 2 Gettysburg.. #sschat
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    A4: I would have Ss research the grievances in the D of I and if they have recurred in the Ss' lifetimes. News archives work here. #SSchat
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    You might also like this one I made in 2014: https://t.co/VWeLA3Secy #sschat
    In reply to @kimberly_yonker
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    You could make some connections to other leaders, countries, political entities.... #sschat
    • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
      A4-oh my...I think I'd have them draw that conclusion on their own but give them historical figures to use as comparison #sschat
      • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
        #sschat Q4: Explain how you would demonstrate the parallel btwn a despot like King George & the need to prevent such an occurrence in 2017.
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A4) Teaching world history, I would ask for examples from around the world that related to complaints made in DoI. #sschat
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A3: How about a comparison between DOI & UN's Dec of Human Rights? #sschat
  • USHistoryIdeas Jul 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    A1-5 I wrote about most of these questions on an old blogpost. Lots of links there to great resources. https://t.co/kIdMS4Lmjk #sschat
  • MrPereiraCA Jul 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    A3 2/3 Gets them thinking about the words & where it fits in w/ the founding of our nations v. the Constitution. Think it can be ...#sschat
  • Deller924 Jul 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    We write a modern day break up letter, borrow bits and pieces of the language to construct meaning, then we make a video...#sschat
    In reply to @dchistoryed, @DrPleau1
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    A4 Unfortunately today, there are many despots. This is all the more reason students need to recognize their rights as a US citizen. #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    #sschat
    • Deller924 Jul 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
      We write a modern day break up letter, borrow bits and pieces of the language to construct meaning, then we make a video...#sschat
      In reply to @dchistoryed, @DrPleau1
  • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A4 Numerous examples of ppl in other countries using DOI to challenge despots. For US we use the Constitution more so than DOI #sschat
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A4 Rrebels first targeted Parliament with their protests and petitions. Appeal to the king was last resort. Context matters #sschat
  • MrPereiraCA Jul 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A3 3/3 ...adapted to other levels besides #APUSH. #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    Excellent point @teachermike72 ! #sschat
    • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
      A3: As has been said already I would have Ss evaluate what Jefferson meant by "created equal" and whom that pertained to. #sschat
      In reply to @DrPleau1
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    Okema here just peeking in on the chat, I typically tweeted from @iamokema or my account when I was married @olsmnc #sschat
  • scottmpetri Jul 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    Just a reminder #CCSS18 proposal submissions deadline looming. https://t.co/qCBTmNJ1t5 Come play in San Diego. #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    Here is a Canadian text's take on the Rev & DOI. Much different POV than one finds in ours. https://t.co/zcqeMJmqyE #sschat
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A4 We incorporate social justice and human rights as part of our history curriculum. It's a global learning need. #sschat
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A4: This is where a discussion of checks & balances today comes in handy! #sschat
  • kennethcdavis Jul 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    Did you ever ask: What would you pledge your lives, fortunes and sacred honor for? #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    Yes, indeed! Education is the key for the future leaders of our nation. #sschat
    • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
      A4 Unfortunately today, there are many despots. This is all the more reason students need to recognize their rights as a US citizen. #sschat
  • historyhiott Jul 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    James Earl Jones reading "what to the slave is the 4th of July" https://t.co/qiN69xHPQh #sschat
  • Deller924 Jul 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    We write a modern day break up letter, borrow bits and pieces of the language to construct meaning, then we make a video...#sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    I actually think the topic tonight may be over my head a little, I have been on the chat before though. #sschat
  • GeorgeHistory Jul 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    Tyler from MI, APUSH, APWH, APHG, teacher ed. Lurking tonight #sschat
  • SpeightEd Jul 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    Importance of standing up for our rights and the rights of others (2/2) #sschat
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    A4: This is where a discussion of checks & balances today comes in handy! How our govt is set up to try & prevent it from happening #sschat
  • ToddShriver Jul 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    #sschat Biggest problem I face in teaching government. The way it is to operate v. how it actually operates. Ss lose interest
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    Yeah, politics, I don't talk about that too much, neither do I care, I'll chime in possibly. #sschat Thanks for having me here.
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    Later in the school year, we compare/contrast the DofI with te Declaration of Rights and Sentiments from Seneca Falls. #sschat
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    Good to see you, Tyler! Lurk away! #sschat
    In reply to @GeorgeHistory
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    Greetings, @GeorgeHistory ! Thanks for popping in tonight! #sschat
  • scottmpetri Jul 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    I co-taught w/ an Eng T we paired the DOI w/ Harrison Bergeron by Kurt Vonnegut. https://t.co/EkFAqiffmZ #sschat
    In reply to @teachcaudill
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    #sschat Q5: How do we ensure our students understand that the whole purpose of government is to secure the people’s rights?
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    A4 The world is flat; we need students to think globally about many things, particularly human rights. #sschat
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Seems to me that would be a fascinating discussion. Why do Ss fall away? #sschat
    In reply to @ToddShriver
  • USHistoryIdeas Jul 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Yes!! See https://t.co/B5LFv95tQ6 where I have a handy worksheet to compare them side by side. Love doing that. #sschat
    In reply to @flipping_A_tchr
  • cari_nation Jul 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    A4 My students made connections with this topic on their own. I taught math last yr so interested to hear how you all handle it #sschat
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    A5. Will we ever be able to properly understand government, I mean really, history, maybe, the inner workings, never. #sschat
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    (sorry I have no picture up, promise it's me) #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    Which people's? Property owners, enslaved, disenfranchised, enfranchised, etc.? #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • SpeightEd Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    And the rights of others. I'm a Christian but I won't tolerate other faiths being denied Constitutional rights. #sschat
    In reply to @theASIDEblog
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    A5: Ask Ss what other purpose they think gov't serves, and then see if other purposes AREN'T about preserving rights. #SSchat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • USHistoryIdeas Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    I was wondering the same thing. #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @ToddShriver
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    A4 Thank goodness for checks and balances, the power of the people, questioning the law... #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    #sschat #GlobalCitizen Yes! This!
    • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
      A4 The world is flat; we need students to think globally about many things, particularly human rights. #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    A5) You can use the founding documents to explore this but realize that Ss & general public will have diff ideas of what that means. #sschat
  • NicholasFerroni Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    Thank you and here it is: https://t.co/QB7BoZc8Nl #sschat
    In reply to @SpeightEd
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    A5-well it's hard in today's political climate but think this is something they really get b/c they see the injustices #sschat
    • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
      #sschat Q5: How do we ensure our students understand that the whole purpose of government is to secure the people’s rights?
  • NickLawrenceJC Jul 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    A4: In discussing just war theory, I've removed proper nouns to leave major context and actions and then let Ss debate their merits. #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    From this terrific new book https://t.co/L0z6ToCwYZ it seems that the tug of war over rights continues today. #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    (For onlookers it's a social studies chat) #sschat
  • drs116 Jul 10 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    I probably should make a playlist but i just use the DVDs #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @CHitch94
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    A5: Compare the DOI with the results of the @NewseumInst annual survey on 1st Amendment #sschat
  • USHistoryIdeas Jul 10 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    Q5 I like 2 ask Ss to read aloud the preamble & then stop them right away after "We the Peop" & explain signif of "we" as 1st word. #sschat
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    A5: i know this is simple but I ask the Ss what wld happen if I left my classroom (legal issues aside) some Ss rights may B affected #sschat
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    If I had time I would make a playlist as well! All day project. #sschat
    In reply to @drs116, @CHitch94
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    A5 Freedom is not free. It takes participation in government to secure, protect, and guarantee people's rights. #sschat
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    Per Jones #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    And Ss views so important. They have to decide for themselves what it means to them. And how they will make sure it happens. #sschat
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • historyhiott Jul 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    You can use @Desmos cardsorts to have students sort ideas and/or language from DoI to appropriate section https://t.co/jiNVywgwSZ #sschat
  • USHistoryIdeas Jul 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    This sounds really cool, but not sure what you mean. Remove proper nouns from what? #sschat
    In reply to @NickLawrenceJC
  • MrPereiraCA Jul 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    Need to go. Many thanks to @DrPleau1 for hosting tonight. Great chat. #sschat
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    A5-also have Ss memorize..."that to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men..." #sschat
  • MarkJWestpfahl Jul 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    Have you ever had them create school legislation, lobbying for increased passing time, loosened dress code, more elective choices. #sschat
    In reply to @ToddShriver
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    such an important phrase we need to stress #sschat
    In reply to @ushistorysage
  • kararedknight Jul 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    This is hard b/c I think a lot of Ss don't see the gov as a protector of their rights. #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    That's a playlist I'd listen to #sschat
    In reply to @teachermike72, @drs116, @CHitch94
  • SimoneRFine Jul 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    A4: Explore 3rd amendment. Draw a parallel w/ a thght exercise--the govt forcing them to let troops live w/ them in the current day #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    not just students, the government is about money and politics #sschat
    In reply to @kararedknight, @DrPleau1
  • tpreuninger Jul 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    A1: The DOI laid it all on the line for the colonies and is a reminder for all to stand up and proclaim what's right #sschat
  • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    And this would be an important conversation to have with students. #sschat
    In reply to @kararedknight, @DrPleau1
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    Absolutely! #sschat
    • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
      And this would be an important conversation to have with students. #sschat
      In reply to @kararedknight, @DrPleau1
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
    #sschat Q6: When teaching the DOI, how do you reconcile the fact that the signers of the DOI were all white men (not what the US is today)?
  • SpeightEd Jul 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Very true, many students would say their experience is that the government is oppressor. Some wouldn't be wrong about this either #sschat
    In reply to @kararedknight, @DrPleau1
  • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    And that everyone's ideas are different about what rights they're willing to sacrifice for safety/security #sschat
    • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
      A5) You can use the founding documents to explore this but realize that Ss & general public will have diff ideas of what that means. #sschat
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    A5 We want students to realize that being complacent will not protect your rights. Question everything, it's your right. #sschat
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    A6. I think color is not as important as character overall. #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    A6 White men made up only 41% of the population in the first census of 1790, so not representative even then https://t.co/L0z6ToCwYZ #sschat
  • historycomics Jul 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Nice! I do something similar to teach about socialism when I create a new grading policy - love the looks on their faces. #sschat
    In reply to @NicholasFerroni, @SpeightEd
  • tpreuninger Jul 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A2: I like for Ss to rewrite their own, inserting their own words in blanks I've created, so it makes it real and personal #sschat
  • philpuzz Jul 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    But we need to keep directing them back to the ideal of our country, and we need to fight for their equality #sschat
    In reply to @SpeightEd, @kararedknight, @DrPleau1
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A6: I don't, but I do ask Ss to consider why they said what they said in the WAY they said it. For perspective not justification. #sschat
    In reply to @DrPleau1
  • ushistorysage Jul 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    Which is why we shouldn't sacrifice any right for safety #sschat
    • kimberly_yonker Jul 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
      And that everyone's ideas are different about what rights they're willing to sacrifice for safety/security #sschat
      • CHitch94 - Moderator Jul 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
        A5) You can use the founding documents to explore this but realize that Ss & general public will have diff ideas of what that means. #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    A6 Not sure reconcile is the right word. Liberty/freedom is a constant struggle between those who have it and those who do not. #sschat
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    A6 I like to point out that much of US History, & a significant number of Constitutional amendments, have expanded We the People. #sschat
  • NickLawrenceJC Jul 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    We take out real place names like GB or US and names like KG3 and write historical scenarios w/ generic names as "hypotheticals" #sschat
    In reply to @USHistoryIdeas
  • tom_shields Jul 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    A6-Over time ideas transcend race and gender or at least empower folks to move those ideas forth. #sschat
  • TechNCSS Jul 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    Just a bit of a plug--> Join us on August 2nd for a webinar about #techtools for the fall! https://t.co/pWgB25BKO5 #sschat @NickLawrenceJC
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    A6 Government must represent ALL the people. We've come a long way to be inclusive. Let's hope the current administration sees that. #sschat
  • Jenny_Osowski Jul 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    A6: It is a fact. I think it more important to show how groups have used DOI to gain/ensure/maintain their rights. #sschat
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    A6. I mean really does the historical part really matter without integrity. #sschat Just curious.
  • MsHolmesTeach Jul 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    I create a new "discipline system" when teaching about indulgences during middle ages. Love to read students arguments against it! #sschat
    In reply to @historycomics, @NicholasFerroni, @SpeightEd
  • classroomtools Jul 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    A6 Oops, the link to the first census summary is actually https://t.co/QveIY7O2cW #sschat
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    A6. History without integrity. O_o isn't that our problem now. #sschat
  • GeoJo22 Jul 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    @DrPleau1 Thank you for the thoughtful q's. Made we wish I taught Am. Govt. #sschat
  • theASIDEblog Jul 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Great topic tonight on #sschat Discussing the Declaration of Independence could not be more timely. Thank you.
  • flipping_A_tchr Jul 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Should we use it as ground rules for a future #sschat ??
    In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @historycomics, @NicholasFerroni, @SpeightEd
  • SpeightEd Jul 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Absolutely. While we have moments of greatness, what shines brightest about US are the ideals we represent, even when we fall short #sschat
    In reply to @philpuzz, @kararedknight, @DrPleau1
  • teachermike72 Jul 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Thanks for the chat! Worked out great, see you next time! #sschat
    In reply to @GeoJo22, @DrPleau1
  • NickLawrenceJC Jul 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    A6: How do we reconcile the makeup of Congress now with the actual makeup of our nation? #sschat
  • againiamokema Jul 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Awfully silent night tonight, I'm not going anywhere though. =) #sschat
  • tpreuninger Jul 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    A3: I would want to establish context with my Ss first, so they understand of the language being used. #sschat
  • DrPleau1 Jul 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    It's hard to believe that one hour has flown by already! Gosh I love my PLN! What a thoughtful conversation tonight! #sschat
  • johnsonmaryj Jul 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    This @Newseum exhibition of the DOI starts with a number of videos useful for teaching: https://t.co/GAKCcuuikV #sschat