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 no
Complete the Studio Overview.
Submit Mind Map to Slate
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What does freedom mean to people around the world? Let this help you develop your understanding of freedom for your mind map!
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 discussion the topic of freedom, and discover what freedom means.