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OVERVIEW

In this introduction we hear from two past presidents and ask what it means to be an American.

IMMIGRATION

Explore the history of immigration to the U.S, the meaning of U.S. citizenship, and the role immigration has played in the building of U.S. society.

CIVIL LIBERTIES & EQUITY

CIVIL LIBERTIES & EQUITY

What is the meaning and value of civil rights? Students examine the historical case studies and draw parallels to modern issues.

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

This lesson examines the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a democracy and why civic engagement is important for the functioning of democratic societies.

JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION

JUSTICE & RECONCILIATION

Examine modern-day social justice issues, the role that justice and reconciliation play in society based on the lessons learned and the role that the Japanese American Redress Movement played in the Japanese American community and American society broadly.

LEADERSHIP & DECISION-MAKING

LEADERSHIP & DECISION-MAKING

What are the characteristics of effective leadership and how do we foster these qualities in ourselves and others? Explore and reflect on the concept of leadership and characteristics of effective leaders through the lens of students’ own life experiences.

U.S.-JAPAN RELATIONS

U.S.-JAPAN RELATIONS

Introduction to U.S.–Japan relations, the value of this enduring bilateral partnership and examination of key issues in contemporary U.S.–Japan relations with video interviews of prominent leaders who serve as bridges between the United States and Japan.

GLOSSARY

A collection of vocabulary and concepts from all lessons.

ACTIVITY

Reexamine your notions of leadership and reflect on your leadership experience.

EXPLORING THE FIVE THEORIES OF LEADERSHIP

ASSIGNMENT

Consider which theory of leadership most resonates with you.

SELF-REFLECTION

ACTIVITY

Review the five theories of leadership as a group and then reflect on them together.

DEBRIEF: EXPLORING THE FIVE THEORIES OF LEADERSHIP

QUOTES: TWO PERSPECTIVES

ACTIVITY

Can you guess who said these two quotes, and when?

QUOTES: TWO PERSPECTIVES

ACTIVITY

Can you guess who said these two quotes, and when?

QUOTES: TWO PERSPECTIVES

ACTIVITY

Can you guess who said these two quotes, and when?

Day One

The New Colossus

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Two Perspectives

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3. Immigration to the US: A Brief History

Immigration to the US: A Brief History

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4. Immigration & Integration

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Immigration & Integration

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