Grade 11 ยท Social Studies Video Lesson

Describe significant societal issues of this time period such as the War on Drugs and the AIDS epidemic Video Lesson

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Curriculum-aligned Grade 11 Social Studies lesson video for Describe significant societal issues of this time period such as the War on Drugs and the AIDS epidemic. Use it for classroom preview, instruction support, or home review.

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Video Learning Notes

This lesson examined two major societal issues in the U.S. from the 1970s through 1990: the War on Drugs and the AIDS epidemic. Students learned about the origins, societal impacts, and government responses to these issues, analyzing how political, economic, and social factors shaped public perception and policy. By comparing these issues, students gained insight into the complexities of social justice and public health challenges during this period.

Learning Goals

  • Explain the origins and goals of the War on Drugs in the United States during the late 20th century.
  • Describe the emergence and societal impact of the AIDS epidemic in the U.S. during the 1980s.
  • Analyze how political, economic, and social factors influenced public perception and government responses to these issues.
  • Compare the effects of the War on Drugs and the AIDS epidemic on different communities and social groups.

Curriculum Context

Grade: Grade 11

Subject: Social Studies

Curriculum: TEKS