Lesson Plans
Each month we will present lesson plans that have been vetted from strong sources centered on equitable classroom practices and meet requirements for the Oregon Ethnic Studies Standards, Tribal History/Shared History, or Holocaust Education. You may find it necessary to design and use an intentional pre-lesson to maximize the effectiveness of any of these lessons listed below. Because all these lessons will center on aspects of equity and social justice, be sure to take stock of the readiness and support for this learning in your students and school. Please let us know how these lessons turn out or share your favorite lessons that are similar by emailing teresa.ferrer@oregoned.org
Constructively Engaging in Digital Communities
This Learning for Justice lesson will introduce students to the need for practicing inclusivity and empathy when engaged in digital communication. Grades 9-12
Freedom Song
Resources for unpacking the film Freedom Song about the story of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), a grass roots effort of young people that…
Speak Up in School
"Many of the questions we receive are from educators seeking advice about how to respond when someone—a student, a colleague, even a parent—uses biased language…
Cliques in Schools
In this lesson from Learning for Justice, students will examine the cliques within their school community. They will also explore ways to integrate the student…
Showing Empathy
This lesson from Learning for Justice has students practice ways to be more understanding and reflect on the effects of empathetic listening. Grades 6-8
Sounds of Change
This lesson challenges students to analyze and to reflect on messages presented in songs — and to express their own views about important issues addressed…