Today's episode of CNN Student News concludes with a segment about a proposed federal tax on soda pop. Based on how much soda I see my students consume, I know that this will get my students talking. In my both my Civics class and my US History class we often talk about the role of government in the lives of private citizens. The idea of a soda tax is very relevant to my students' lives and is sure to spark some lively discussion when I show them the video.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Soda Tax - This Should Get My Students Talking
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Labels: Civics, civics lesson plans, cnn, CNN Student News, Educational Videos, Teaching With Technology, Technology Integration, US History
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I love drawing in current events like this with my students. While taxation often seems so distant to them, when it is placed within a context that directly effects them it is amazing how passionate students can argue about a topic!
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