The PBS NewsHour Classroom “9/11” page serves as a curated hub of lesson plans, videos, and educator perspectives designed to help teachers and students explore the historical, civic, and emotional impact of the September 11 attacks. It features:
- Lesson Plans: Classroom-ready materials, including reflective activities on the legacy of 9/11, creative approaches like teaching through comics, and media literacy lessons that address misinformation and “contextomy” in historical narratives.
- Educator Voices: Firsthand essays and interviews with teachers sharing how their methods for teaching 9/11 have evolved over time.
- Student & Daily News Features: Student recommendations, anniversary reflections, and short video discussions connecting 9/11’s impact to broader social and global changes.
Overall, the site provides a dynamic, media-rich educational collection that promotes discussion, critical thinking, and empathy surrounding the events and enduring influence of September 11, 2001.
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