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The Roots of Democracy in the United States: Iroquois or Athens?



In this media literacy activity students analyze two videos for messages about the roots of U.S. democracy with the Native American Iroquois confederacy and historic Athenian democracy as points of reference.


The Roots of Democracy in the United States: Iroquois or Athens?
The Roots of Democracy in the United States: Iroquois or Athens? Activity Plan
"Original Democracy vs Ours" The Greeks
"Nature to Nations" Native America

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Relevant Subject Area(s)

US History And Government, US History, Civics And Government, Global Studies, Sociology

Grade Level(s)

Middle School, High School, College

Media Type(s)

Animated Film, Documentary Film, Television Program

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