Freedom

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What does freedom mean to me?

The definition of freedom can vary from person to person, but the drive for freedom is innate within the human spirit. "What then is freedom?" Cicero once inquired. His answer? "The power to live as one wishes." Many come to America for such a power. Many reside in America exercising that power. And many find that power just outside their grasp. Regardless, freedom is out there. How does is show up in your life? In this studio, we will read, analyze, and discuss freedom, both historically and currently for yourself and your peers.

Lesson 1: Freedom

To Do:

Watch the Freedom video
Create a Mind Map of what freedom means to you
Complete the Studio Overview on the second page of the Mind Map task
Submit task to Slate

← WATCH

What does freedom mean to people around the world? Let this help you develop your understanding of freedom for your mind map!

Once you watched the video you will be creating a mind map of what freedom means to you. You have a choice in how you do this:

- - Paper and markers
  - Digitally

Freedom Entry Event

Entry Event

Examples of mind maps on freedom

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS DEFINED

What will I be able to do after this studio?

English Competencies

1 Reading Critically

1.1 Choose and apply reading strategies
1.2 Evaluate the main ideas or themes
1.3 Analyze context, point of view, and purpose
1.4 Analyze craft

3 Collaborative Discussion

3.1 Demonstrate preparedness
3.2 Pose and respond to questions
3.3 Reflect on new learning

Social Studies Competencies

1 Analyzing Historical Ideas

1.1 Evaluate historical outcomes in context
1.2 Analyze multiple perspectives
1.3 Analyze historical sources
1.4 I Evaluate the importance of people's actions in shaping outcomes
1.5 Analyze outcomes as either change, continuity, or both.

WHAT IS THE PERFORMANCE TASK?

You and your peers are developing experts on freedom and the art of discussion. You will read, analyze, and discuss freedom for this studio. You will discuss the topic of freedom, and discover what freedom means.