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Students - To identify and assess the impact of unions on workers, management,
and the community. Placement in Curriculum/Subject Areas - History, Social Studies, Civics, and Media Studies. Organization of Classes - Whole class and small groups for discussion. Individuals or teams for interviews and discussion. Materials Needed - Archive materials - newspapers, magazine, etc. Radio Activity - After hearing the radio stories, what can you conclude about the impact of unions on the lives of the workers, management, and their families? Research what unions are active in your community. What is the role of a union? Has that role changed over the years? Look at the history of the labor movement. What were some of the reasons that labor unions were formed? Was there any other way to deal with the issues? What obligation, if any, does a company have to its workers? Interview Activity - Interview family to learn about their membership in unions. Why and why haven't they become member of unions Additional Activities - Review legislation and news articles associated with labor unions and management. Topics may involve: early strike-breaking laws, Ronald Reagan's tactics to end the air traffic controllers' strike, campaign contributions related to labor issues] Hold a mock congressional debate on labor-related legislation. Watch media depictions of unionizing struggles and working class conditions [note: Teachers may need to edit films and/or obtain parent approval prior to classroom viewing]. Matewan, Salt of the Earth, Norma Rae, Harlan County, USA, Fast Food Women , Roger & Me. How do these films compare to what you have heard in the radio broadcast and you own interviews? Identify union labels on clothing and household products. Research union practices in specific areas such as the automobile industry and clothing manufacturers. Assessment of Student Performance - Teacher judgement of classroom participation. |
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