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Nebraska, The Nation’s Only Unicameral Legislature

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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of the problem solving that goes into the formation of a government, and more specifically, the legislative branch. Students will examine what went into the formation of our federal government’s bicameral legislature, why Nebraska broke the mold and is our nation’s only unicameral legislature and examine if this system is still serving Nebraska appropriately. Resource created by Thomas Yoachim, Centura Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Natural Disasters

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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of natural disasters and why people live in areas that are consistently affected by natural disasters. Resource created by Matt Myers, Nebraska City Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Qin Shi Huang

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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of the life and the leadership of Qin Shi Huang. He was originally a warlord in Ancient China that worked through conquest to unify China and become their first emperor. Resource created by Jonathan Meyer, Gothenburg Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Characteristics of a State

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This inquiry leads students through a geographic investigation of the characteristics of a state. During this inquiry, students will utilize an online geographic information system to examine and classify different types of borders. Resource created by Elliot Ruleaux, Yutan Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Voting

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This inquiry focuses on how citizens participate in government by voting. In this inquiry, students will learn how the United States has expanded the right to vote and how it compares with voting requirements in other countries. Resource created by Johanna Nielsen, Cross County Community Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Americans Move West

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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of Americans moving west. Students will learn about land use in America, the population change in America, and the Indian Removal Act of 1830. Resource created by Justin Bray, Fremont Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

National Parks

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This inquiry focuses on the relationship between national parks and Americans. In this inquiry, students will learn about the need and the formation of National Parks. Lastly, students will form their own thoughts on what national parks mean to the United States. Resource created by Katelyn Bonifas, West Holt Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Was the Boston Massacre Really a Massacre?

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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of the Boston Massacre. Students will analyze and evaluate primary and secondary sources as they gain a better understanding of the events surrounding this infamous day in American history. The compelling question asks, "Was the Boston Massacre really a massacre? Resource created by Lisa Bales, David City Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Property Taxes

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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of property taxes in Nebraska. It focuses on the history, administration, and use of revenue from the taxes. Relief efforts both past and current will be analyzed with students formulating their own solutions. Resource created by Dan Gossman, Johnson-Brock Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Nebraska Historical and Cultural Symbols - Applied Vexillology

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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of how the symbols used in flag design represent history and culture, specifically for Nebraskans. Students will be introduced to the field of Vexilollogy, which is the study of flags. Resource created Kyle Vincent, Cozad Community Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Homestead Act of 1862

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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of the legacy of the Homestead Act of 1862 by having students analyze the impact of the law on European settlers and American Indians since the law did not equally benefit both groups of individuals. Resource created by Justin Aaberg, Nebraska City High School, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2023 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: Nebraska OER, ESU Coordinating Council

Historical Markers: Preserve & Honor History

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This inquiry is designed for students to explore history through some of the historical markers in Nebraska and recognize places that have yet to be recognized as historically significant. Resource created by Mandy Morava, Crawford Public Schools, as part of the Nebraska ESUCC Social Studies Special Projects 2022 - Inquiry Design Model (IDM).

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Authors: ESU Coordinating Council, Nebraska OER

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