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Exploring Equality and Perception: Patterns of Life in the Middle East vs. USA

This lesson delves into the topic of equality in the United States by examining traditional Patterns of Life in the Middle East and challenging stereotypes about Islam. Students are encouraged to analyze if all people in the USA are treated equally and to explore cultural differences. The session also includes a debate on the portrayal of Muslim women and the issue of oppression. Students will engage in critical thinking by comparing life in the USA with that in the Middle East, and discussing the role of Islam in women's lives. A Visual Summary activity on various subtopics provides a creative outlet for understanding different lifestyles.

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Exploring Equality and Perception: Patterns of Life in the Middle East vs. USA

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  1. Tuesday, January 10thBell Ringer #14 Are ALL people in the United States of America treated equally? 5 FULL sentences. Give examples to support your answer.

  2. After today… • Students will examine traditional Patterns of Life in the Middle East. • Students will examine stereotypes about Islam. • Students will compare life in the USA with life in the Middle East.

  3. Whadda u think? • In your opinion does the religion of Islam oppress Women? Why or Why Not?

  4. Visual Summary • Create a Visual Summary of the following subtopics in “Patterns of Life”. • Village Life page #580 - 581 • Nomadic Life page #581 • City Life page #581 • Family Life page #581 – 582 • Lives of Women pages #582 -583

  5. DEBATE • Is this a “fair” representation of ALL Muslim women? • Do these women feel oppressed? OR do they feel secure? • Is it right for Western people to judge “other” cultures?

  6. Did you know…? • That one of the most Islamic countries in the world – Pakistan – elected a woman to be the leader of their country. • Benazir Bhutto

  7. After today… • Students will examine traditional Patterns of Life in the Middle East. • Students will examine stereotypes about Islam. • Students will compare life in the USA with life in the Middle East.

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