Thomas Jefferson: In Pursuit of People's Participation
In this video, students learn about Thomas Jefferson’s accomplishments, including his role in the Declaration of Independence, and why he valued people’s participation in a democracy. The video prompts students to think about the importance of participation today to build a better future tomorrow before closing by asking students, “How can you help build a better future?”
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Learning Objectives
- Explain how being informed and participating are important at the local, state, and national levels
- Engage in direct discussion
- Explain who Thomas Jefferson was, his impact, and how he valued people's participation
Overview
In this video, students learn about Thomas Jefferson’s accomplishments, including his role in the Declaration of Independence, and why he valued people’s participation in a democracy. The video prompts students to think about the importance of participation today to build a better future tomorrow before closing by asking students, “How can you help build a better future?”
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