U.S. Immigration Issues Impacting Our Communities explores immigration issues in the U.S. at specific moments in history and in the present day. It provides opportunities for students to connect to their experiences, current events, and core content of the Language Arts and Social Studies HSE exams. In addition, this unit develops skills in critical reading and argument writing, digital literacy, and public speaking, helping prepare students to communicate and advocate effectively and concisely in today’s media-driven world.

The unit plan was revised using the current SABES ELA Unit Plan template and follows the process outlined in the tool Design Tasks & Resources for ELA Unit Planning. The full revised ELA unit plan provides in-depth information about the unit.

Additionally, this unit plan was produced as part of the video series Creating Robust ELA Unit Plans Using the SABES Template. Please view the four short videos to hear tips and suggestions from the teacher for creating more robust ELA unit plans.

Credits:
Lauren Twardy developed this unit in collaboration with the SABES ELA PD Center, based on curriculum she had previously taught at Middlesex Community College in MA. Thank you to Amy Trawick (SABES ELA Consultant) and Karen Greaves (SABES ELA PD Specialist) for their input.