Human Rights and Social Justice

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Objective

I can argue for or against a specific human right, using logical organization and a formal style to present claims, counterclaims, and a concluding recommendation.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

TED-Ed · 4:47Vetted channel

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

Define "human rights" as presented in the video, and explain why they are considered inalienable and universal.

2

Describe the historical context that led to the creation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Choose the right to education. Present a claim arguing in favor of this right, a counterclaim against it, and a concluding recommendation that balances both perspectives. Use a formal tone. Choose the freedom of expression. Present a claim arguing in favor of this right, a counterclaim against it, and a concluding recommendation that balances both perspectives. Use a formal tone. Choose the right to digital privacy. Present a claim arguing in favor of this right, a counterclaim against it, and a concluding recommendation that balances both perspectives. Use a formal tone.

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