Provide "acknowledged body of knowledge" related to the concept. Emphasize the most significant aspects of the concept in an organized, organic manner. Present information sequentially so students see continuity. Draw attention to important, discrete details; don't swamp students with myriad facts.
Let participants create posters or small drawings of key leaders or events of the era. They must find an image and create a line drawing from it.
Objective: Participants will realize that individuals and events of the Civil Rights Era have historical importance.
Activity: Participants should be provided with materials on the Civil Rights Movement (books, magazines, videos, guest speakers, etc.) Upon completeion of presentation, class should be instructed to express key ideas artistically; create posters, drawings, murals or compose songs, short stories or poems.
